Sorghum syrup vs. Sugar substitute — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Sorghum syrup and Sugar substitute
- Sorghum syrup is richer in Manganese, Vitamin B6, Iron, Potassium, Magnesium, Vitamin B5, Copper, and Vitamin B2, yet Sugar substitute is richer in Calcium.
- Daily need coverage for Calcium from Sugar substitute is 73% higher.
- Sorghum syrup contains 70 times more Manganese than Sugar substitute. Sorghum syrup contains 1.53mg of Manganese, while Sugar substitute contains 0.022mg.
- Sorghum syrup contains less Sodium.
Food types used in this article are Syrups, sorghum and Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown.
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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 | +1566.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +2464.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2275% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1757.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +925% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +600% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +6854.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +486% |
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 | +566.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +933.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +905% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +4366.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +148.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +13.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +67.9% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 290kcal | 347kcal |
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| Protein | 0g | 2.06g |
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| Net carbs | 74.9g | 84.17g |
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| Carbs | 74.9g | 84.77g |
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| Magnesium | 100mg | 6mg |
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| Calcium | 150mg | 879mg |
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| Potassium | 1000mg | 39mg |
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| Iron | 3.8mg | 0.16mg |
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| Sugar | 74.9g | 4.03g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 0.6g |
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| Copper | 0.13mg | 0.007mg |
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| Zinc | 0.41mg | 0.04mg |
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| Starch | 3.52g |
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| Phosphorus | 56mg | 8mg |
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| Sodium | 8mg | 572mg |
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| Manganese | 1.53mg | 0.022mg |
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| Selenium | 1.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.015mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.155mg | 0.015mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.67mg | 0.015mg |
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| Choline | 13.3mg |
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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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| Low Fats 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%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sugar substitute is lower in Sugar (difference - 70.87g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sorghum syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 564mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sorghum syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
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 is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)