Spelt vs. Sugar substitute — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are spelt and sugar substitute different?
- Spelt is higher in manganese, phosphorus, copper, iron, fiber, magnesium, zinc, and vitamin B1; however, sugar substitute is richer in calcium.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for spelt is 129% higher.
- Spelt contains 82 times more zinc than sugar substitute. While spelt contains 3.28mg of zinc, sugar substitute contains only 0.04mg.
- Spelt has less sodium.
- Sugar substitute has a lower glycemic index (40) than spelt (63).
Spelt, uncooked and Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +2166.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +894.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2675% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +7200% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +8100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +4912.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +13459.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3155.6% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2326.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +653.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1235% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1433.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.57 g
Fats:
2.43 g
Carbs:
70.19 g
Water:
11.02 g
Other:
1.79 g
Protein:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +607.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +20.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +20.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +125.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
53.92 g
Sucrose:
0.59 g
Glucose:
0.84 g
Fructose:
0.24 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
5.15 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
3.52 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.09 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
2.94 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +1431.8% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +75.2% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +29.8% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.983mg | 0.022mg | 129% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 879mg | 85% |
| Copper | 0.511mg | 0.007mg | 56% |
| Phosphorus | 401mg | 8mg | 56% |
| Iron | 4.44mg | 0.16mg | 54% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.843mg | 43% | |
| Fiber | 10.7g | 0.6g | 40% |
| Magnesium | 136mg | 6mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.364mg | 0.015mg | 29% |
| Zinc | 3.28mg | 0.04mg | 29% |
| Protein | 14.57g | 2.06g | 25% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 572mg | 25% |
| Starch | 53.92g | 3.52g | 21% |
| Selenium | 11.7µg | 21% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.068mg | 0.08mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.23mg | 0.015mg | 17% |
| Folate | 45µg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 388mg | 39mg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.258g | 8% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.113mg | 0.015mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0.79mg | 5% | |
| Carbs | 70.19g | 84.77g | 5% |
| Fats | 2.43g | 0g | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 3.6µg | 3% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.406g | 2% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.445g | 1% | |
| Calories | 338kcal | 347kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 59.49g | 84.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 6.82g | 4.03g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.132mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.443mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.552mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.07mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.409mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.258mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.737mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.681mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.36mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.24g | 0g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | N/A |
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
32%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
119%
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 - 2.79g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.406g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sugar substitute is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Spelt contains less Sodium (difference - 564mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Spelt is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Spelt is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)