Sorghum syrup vs. Carob — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between sorghum syrup and carob?
- Sorghum syrup is richer in manganese, vitamin B6, iron, magnesium, and potassium, yet carob is richer in zinc, calcium, fiber, and vitamin B12.
- Carob's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 145% higher.
- Sorghum syrup has 11 times more manganese than carob. Sorghum syrup has 1.53mg of manganese, while carob has 0.14mg.
We used Syrups, sorghum and Candies, carob, unsweetened 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +177.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +58% |
| Contains more IronIron | +194.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +992.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +102% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +40.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +761% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +125% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +205.9% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +415.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +14.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +940% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +42.9% |
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:
8.15 g
Fats:
31.36 g
Carbs:
56.29 g
Water:
1.54 g
Other:
2.66 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +33.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1374% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +10.8% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0g | 29.018g | 132% |
| Manganese | 1.53mg | 0.14mg | 60% |
| Fats | 0g | 31.36g | 48% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.67mg | 0.13mg | 42% |
| Iron | 3.8mg | 1.29mg | 31% |
| Zinc | 0.41mg | 3.53mg | 28% |
| Protein | 0g | 8.15g | 16% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.8g | 15% |
| Magnesium | 100mg | 36mg | 15% |
| Calcium | 150mg | 303mg | 15% |
| Calories | 290kcal | 540kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.28µg | 12% |
| Potassium | 1000mg | 633mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 56mg | 126mg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 1.57mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.1mg | 1.04mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.13mg | 0.183mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 7.7µg | 6% |
| Carbs | 74.9g | 56.29g | 6% |
| Selenium | 1.7µg | 5.2µg | 6% |
| Folate | 0µg | 21µg | 5% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 107mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.295g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.155mg | 0.178mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg | 0.75mg | 1% |
| Choline | 13.3mg | 19mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.483g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 74.9g | 52.49g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 74.9g | 34.11g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.1mg | 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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sorghum syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sorghum syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 99mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sorghum syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 29.018g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sorghum syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Carob is lower in Sugar (difference - 40.79g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Carob is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.