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Smoothie vs. Sugar substitute — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between smoothie and sugar substitute?

  • Smoothie is richer in vitamin B6, while sugar substitute is higher in calcium.
  • Sugar substitute's daily need coverage for calcium is 84% higher.
  • Sugar substitute has 5 times less vitamin B6 than smoothie. Smoothie has 0.082mg of vitamin B6, while sugar substitute has 0.015mg.
  • Sugar substitute is lower in sugar.

We used Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana and Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown types in this comparison.

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Mineral Comparison

Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 12% 2.1% 5.6% 0% 0% 0% 3.8% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 4.3% 264% 3.4% 6% 2.3% 1.1% 3.4% 75% 2.9% 0%
Contains less SodiumSodium -94.9%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +2043.9%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +62.5%
~equal in Iron ~0.16mg
~equal in Selenium ~µg

Vitamin Comparison

Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 82% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 15% 0% 19% 30% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 3.8% 3.5% 0% 4.8% 3.5% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +446.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
~equal in Vitamin A ~µg
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Folate ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
8% 90%
Protein: 1.22 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 8.16 g
Water: 90.28 g
Other: 0.34 g
2% 85% 9% 4%
Protein: 2.06 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 84.77 g
Water: 9.14 g
Other: 4.03 g
Contains more WaterWater +887.7%
Contains more ProteinProtein +68.9%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +938.8%
Contains more OtherOther +1085.3%
~equal in Fats ~0g

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Smoothie Sugar substitute
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Smoothie Sugar substitute DV% diff.
Calcium 41mg 879mg 84%
Vitamin C 24.5mg 27%
Carbs 8.16g 84.77g 26%
Sodium 29mg 572mg 24%
Calories 37kcal 347kcal 16%
Vitamin B12 0.24µg 10%
Vitamin B3 0.816mg 5%
Vitamin B6 0.082mg 0.015mg 5%
Vitamin B5 0.08mg 2%
Fiber 0g 0.6g 2%
Protein 1.22g 2.06g 2%
Magnesium 6mg 1%
Manganese 0.022mg 1%
Vitamin B2 0.015mg 1%
Vitamin B1 0.015mg 1%
Phosphorus 8mg 1%
Copper 0.007mg 1%
Starch 3.52g 1%
Net carbs 8.16g 84.17g N/A
Potassium 24mg 39mg 0%
Iron 0.15mg 0.16mg 0%
Sugar 7.35g 4.03g N/A
Zinc 0.04mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Smoothie Sugar substitute
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet Equal
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score

The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
Smoothie
1%
Sugar substitute
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Smoothie
36%
Sugar substitute

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sugar substitute
Sugar substitute is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.32g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sugar substitute
Sugar substitute is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sugar substitute
Sugar substitute is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Smoothie
Smoothie contains less Sodium (difference - 543mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Smoothie - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174829/nutrients
  2. Sugar substitute - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170675/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.