Sorghum syrup vs. Molasses — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are sorghum syrup and molasses different?
- Sorghum syrup is higher in vitamin B2; however, molasses are richer in copper, magnesium, selenium, potassium, iron, calcium, and vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for copper for molasses is 40% higher.
- Sorghum syrup contains 78 times more vitamin B2 than molasses. While sorghum syrup contains 0.155mg of vitamin B2, molasses contain only 0.002mg.
Syrups, sorghum and Molasses 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 ZincZinc | +41.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +80.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -78.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +142% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +36.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +46.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +24.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +274.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +947.1% |
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 | +143.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +7650% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +830% |
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 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
74.73 g
Water:
21.87 g
Other:
3.3 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +37.5% |
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Protein
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Carbs
~74.73g
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Water
~21.87g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.13mg | 0.487mg | 40% |
| Magnesium | 100mg | 242mg | 34% |
| Selenium | 1.7µg | 17.8µg | 29% |
| Fructose | 12.79g | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1000mg | 1464mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.155mg | 0.002mg | 12% |
| Iron | 3.8mg | 4.72mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 150mg | 205mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.1mg | 0.93mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.041mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 56mg | 31mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 37mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.41mg | 0.29mg | 1% |
| Calories | 290kcal | 290kcal | 0% |
| Fats | 0g | 0.1g | 0% |
| Carbs | 74.9g | 74.73g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 74.9g | 74.73g | N/A |
| Sugar | 74.9g | 74.72g | N/A |
| Manganese | 1.53mg | 1.53mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg | 0.804mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.67mg | 0.67mg | 0% |
| Choline | 13.3mg | 13.3mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0.018g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.032g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.05g | 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%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
103%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sorghum syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sorghum syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.018g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sorghum syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Sorghum syrup is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Molasses is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.18000000000001g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Molasses is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.