Sugar vs. Fruit preserves — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between sugar and fruit preserves
- Sugar has less copper, vitamin C, and iron.
- Sugar has 2 times more sugar than fruit preserves. Sugar has 99.8g of sugar, while fruit preserves have 48.5g.
- Sugar has a higher glycemic index than fruit preserves.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Sugars, granulated and Jams and preserves.
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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 | -96.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1900% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +3750% |
| Contains more IronIron | +880% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1328.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +500% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +900% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +233.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
99.98 g
Water:
0.02 g
Other:
0 g
Protein:
0.37 g
Fats:
0.07 g
Carbs:
68.86 g
Water:
30.47 g
Other:
0.23 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +45.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +152250% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 8.8mg | 10% |
| Carbs | 99.98g | 68.86g | 10% |
| Copper | 0.007mg | 0.1mg | 10% |
| Iron | 0.05mg | 0.49mg | 6% |
| Calories | 387kcal | 278kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.019mg | 0.076mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.1g | 4% |
| Folate | 0µg | 11µg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 0mg | 19mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 2µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.02mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 2mg | 77mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 20mg | 2% |
| Choline | 0mg | 10.2mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.004mg | 0.04mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 0mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 32mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.12mg | 1% |
| Protein | 0g | 0.37g | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.016mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0g | 0.07g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 99.98g | 67.76g | N/A |
| Sugar | 99.8g | 48.5g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.01mg | 0.06mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 0.036mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0.01g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.038g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.008mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.023mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.017mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.037mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.03mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.001mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.021mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.021mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.014mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 31mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.01g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fruit preserves is lower in Sugar (difference - 51.3g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fruit preserves is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is cheaper?
Fruit preserves is cheaper (difference - $0.1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fruit preserves is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fruit preserves is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)