Sugar, turbinado vs. Corn syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between sugar, turbinado and corn syrup?
We used Sugar, turbinado and Syrups, corn, dark types 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 less SodiumSodium | -98.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +300% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +51.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +488.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +33.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1000% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +117.4% |
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.
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
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Carbs:
99.8 g
Water:
0.03 g
Other:
0.17 g
Protein:
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Fats:
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Carbs:
77.59 g
Water:
22.01 g
Other:
0.4 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +28.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +73266.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +135.3% |
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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 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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| Lower in Sugar |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Carbs | 99.8g | 77.59g | 7% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 155mg | 7% |
| Calories | 399kcal | 286kcal | 6% |
| Copper | 0.009mg | 0.053mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 2.9µg | 5% | |
| Manganese | 0.046mg | 0.1mg | 2% |
| Choline | 13.3mg | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 2mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.011mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.009mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.009mg | 1% | |
| Phosphorus | 1mg | 11mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 99.8g | 77.59g | N/A |
| Potassium | 29mg | 44mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.37mg | 0.37mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 99.19g | 77.59g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.03mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.023mg | 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).
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar, turbinado is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sugar, turbinado contains less Sodium (difference - 152mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar, turbinado is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sugar, turbinado is lower in glycemic index (difference - 90)
Which food is cheaper?
Sugar, turbinado is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn syrup is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.6g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Corn syrup is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Corn syrup is relatively richer in vitamins