Sorghum syrup vs. Caramel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are sorghum syrup and caramel different?
- Sorghum syrup is higher in manganese, vitamin B6, iron, potassium, magnesium, and copper; however, caramel is richer in vitamin B12 and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for sorghum syrup is 66% higher.
- Sorghum syrup contains 27 times more iron than caramel. While sorghum syrup contains 3.8mg of iron, caramel contains only 0.14mg.
- Sorghum syrup has less sodium.
Syrups, sorghum and Candies, caramels are the varieties used in this article.
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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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +488.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +367.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2614.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +622.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +13809.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +103.6% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +29.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1096.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +66.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +65.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +48% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
74.9 g
Water:
22.7 g
Other:
2.4 g
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
8.1 g
Carbs:
77 g
Water:
8.5 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +167.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +33.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
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Carbs
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Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 1.53mg | 0.011mg | 66% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.67mg | 0.056mg | 47% |
| Iron | 3.8mg | 0.14mg | 46% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 3.478g | 23% |
| Potassium | 1000mg | 214mg | 23% |
| Magnesium | 100mg | 17mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.3µg | 13% |
| Fats | 0g | 8.1g | 12% |
| Copper | 0.13mg | 0.018mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 2.476g | 11% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 245mg | 10% |
| Protein | 0g | 4.6g | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 56mg | 114mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.155mg | 0.256mg | 8% |
| Calories | 290kcal | 382kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg | 0.62mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 1.542g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.46mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 7mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.8µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 12µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 150mg | 138mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 74.9g | 77g | 1% |
| Folate | 0µg | 4µg | 1% |
| Choline | 13.3mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 74.9g | 77g | N/A |
| Sugar | 74.9g | 65.5g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.41mg | 0.44mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 1.7µg | 1.8µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.1mg | 0.148mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.06mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.258mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.417mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.205mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.285mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.115mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
21%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sorghum syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sorghum syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 237mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sorghum syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.476g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sorghum syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 65)
Which food is cheaper?
Sorghum syrup is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Caramel is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.4g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Caramel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.