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Sorghum syrup vs. Reese's pieces — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Sorghum syrup and Reese's pieces?

  • Sorghum syrup is richer in Vitamin B6, Iron, Potassium, and Manganese, yet Reese's pieces are richer in Vitamin B3, Copper, Phosphorus, Folate, and Fiber.
  • Reese's pieces' daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 82% higher.
  • Sorghum syrup has 8 times more Iron than Reese's pieces. Sorghum syrup has 3.8mg of Iron, while Reese's pieces have 0.49mg.

We used Syrups, sorghum and Candies, REESE'S PIECES Candy 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 71% 45% 88% 143% 43% 11% 24% 1% 200% 9.3%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 63% 21% 32% 18% 137% 31% 89% 25% 143% 4.4%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +13.6%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +117.4%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +178.6%
Contains more IronIron +675.5%
Contains less SodiumSodium -95.9%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +39.1%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +112.5%
Contains more CopperCopper +215.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +180.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +269.6%

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.
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% 25% 36% 1.9% 48% 155% 0% 0% 0% 7.3%
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% 20% 0% 45% 51% 114% 37% 25% 14% 15% 41% 16%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +31.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +509.1%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +80%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +41.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +5960%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +115.8%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~0IU
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
75% 23% 2%
Protein: 0 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 74.9 g
Water: 22.7 g
Other: 2.4 g
12% 25% 60% 2%
Protein: 12.46 g
Fats: 24.77 g
Carbs: 59.86 g
Water: 1 g
Other: 1.91 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +25.1%
Contains more WaterWater +2170%
Contains more OtherOther +25.7%
Contains more ProteinProtein +∞%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Sorghum syrup Reese's pieces
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in Glycemic Index Equal
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Sorghum syrup Reese's pieces Opinion
Calories 290kcal 497kcal Reese's pieces
Protein 0g 12.46g Reese's pieces
Fats 0g 24.77g Reese's pieces
Net carbs 74.9g 56.86g Sorghum syrup
Carbs 74.9g 59.86g Sorghum syrup
Magnesium 100mg 88mg Sorghum syrup
Calcium 150mg 69mg Sorghum syrup
Potassium 1000mg 359mg Sorghum syrup
Iron 3.8mg 0.49mg Sorghum syrup
Sugar 74.9g 53.25g Reese's pieces
Fiber 0g 3g Reese's pieces
Copper 0.13mg 0.41mg Reese's pieces
Zinc 0.41mg 1.15mg Reese's pieces
Phosphorus 56mg 207mg Reese's pieces
Sodium 8mg 194mg Sorghum syrup
Vitamin E 0mg 0.99mg Reese's pieces
Manganese 1.53mg 1.1mg Sorghum syrup
Selenium 1.7µg 0.8µg Sorghum syrup
Vitamin B1 0.1mg 0.18mg Reese's pieces
Vitamin B2 0.155mg 0.22mg Reese's pieces
Vitamin B3 0.1mg 6.06mg Reese's pieces
Vitamin B5 0.804mg 0.61mg Sorghum syrup
Vitamin B6 0.67mg 0.11mg Sorghum syrup
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.11µg Reese's pieces
Vitamin K 0µg 5.9µg Reese's pieces
Folate 0µg 55µg Reese's pieces
Choline 13.3mg 28.7mg Reese's pieces
Saturated Fat 0g 16.42g Sorghum syrup
Monounsaturated Fat 0g 4.46g Reese's pieces
Polyunsaturated fat 0g 1.88g Reese's pieces

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Sorghum syrup Reese's pieces
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet Equal

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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%
Sorghum syrup
29%
Reese's pieces
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
Sorghum syrup
56%
Reese's pieces

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Sorghum syrup
Sorghum syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 186mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Sorghum syrup
Sorghum syrup is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 16.42g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Reese's pieces
Reese's pieces is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.65g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Reese's pieces
Reese's pieces is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
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.

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. Sorghum syrup - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169662/nutrients
  2. Reese's pieces - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168764/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.