Sorghum syrup vs. Maple sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Sorghum syrup and Maple sugar
- Sorghum syrup has more Vitamin B6, Iron, Potassium, Magnesium, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B1, and Phosphorus, however, Maple sugar is higher in Manganese, and Zinc.
- Maple sugar covers your daily Manganese needs 126% more than Sorghum syrup.
- Maple sugar contains 223 times less Vitamin B6 than Sorghum syrup. Sorghum syrup contains 0.67mg of Vitamin B6, while Maple sugar contains 0.003mg.
Food varieties used in this article are Syrups, sorghum and Sugars, maple.
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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 | +426.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +66.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +265% |
| Contains more IronIron | +136% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +31.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1766.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -27.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +112.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1378% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +189% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +1011.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1092.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1575% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +22233.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +533.3% |
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:
0.1 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
90.9 g
Water:
8 g
Other:
0.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +183.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +200% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +21.4% |
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 Sugar |
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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 price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 290kcal | 354kcal |
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| Protein | 0g | 0.1g |
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| Fats | 0g | 0.2g |
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| Net carbs | 74.9g | 90.9g |
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| Carbs | 74.9g | 90.9g |
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| Magnesium | 100mg | 19mg |
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| Calcium | 150mg | 90mg |
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| Potassium | 1000mg | 274mg |
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| Iron | 3.8mg | 1.61mg |
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| Sugar | 74.9g | 84.87g |
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| Copper | 0.13mg | 0.099mg |
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| Zinc | 0.41mg | 6.06mg |
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| Phosphorus | 56mg | 3mg |
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| Sodium | 8mg | 11mg |
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| Manganese | 1.53mg | 4.422mg |
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| Selenium | 1.7µg | 0.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.009mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.155mg | 0.013mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.1mg | 0.04mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg | 0.048mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.67mg | 0.003mg |
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| Choline | 13.3mg | 2.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0.036g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0g | 0.064g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.1g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories 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%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
91%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sorghum syrup is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.97g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sorghum syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Sorghum syrup is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.036g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sorghum syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 63)
Which food is cheaper?
Sorghum syrup is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sorghum syrup is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sorghum syrup is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)