Sweet and sour vs. Caramel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between sweet and sour and caramel
- Sweet and sour has more manganese, vitamin C, and copper; however, caramel has more vitamin B2, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, and vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for sweet and sour is 33% higher.
- Caramel has 22 times less vitamin C than sweet and sour. Sweet and sour has 8.7mg of vitamin C, while caramel has 0.4mg.
- Caramel is lower in sodium.
Food types used in this article are Sauce, sweet and sour, ready-to-serve and Candies, caramels.
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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 IronIron | +50% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +338.9% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +6818.2% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +112.5% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1280% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +116.2% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +388.9% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1528.6% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -34% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +350% |
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 | +2075% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +26.4% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1100% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +4500% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +114.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1247.4% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +566.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +800% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +233.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.27 g
Fats:
0.02 g
Carbs:
38.22 g
Water:
60.27 g
Other:
1.22 g
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
8.1 g
Carbs:
77 g
Water:
8.5 g
Other:
1.8 g
Contains more WaterWater | +609.1% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +1603.7% |
Contains more FatsFats | +40400% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +101.5% |
Contains more OtherOther | +47.5% |
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 Sugar |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in price |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Manganese | 0.761mg | 0.011mg | 33% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 3.478g | 23% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.019mg | 0.256mg | 18% |
Phosphorus | 7mg | 114mg | 15% |
Carbs | 38.22g | 77g | 13% |
Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.3µg | 13% |
Calcium | 10mg | 138mg | 13% |
Calories | 150kcal | 382kcal | 12% |
Fats | 0.02g | 8.1g | 12% |
Saturated fat | 0g | 2.476g | 11% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.093mg | 0.62mg | 11% |
Vitamin C | 8.7mg | 0.4mg | 9% |
Protein | 0.27g | 4.6g | 9% |
Copper | 0.079mg | 0.018mg | 7% |
Sodium | 371mg | 245mg | 5% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.048mg | 0.103mg | 5% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 1.542g | 4% |
Zinc | 0.09mg | 0.44mg | 3% |
Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0.46mg | 3% |
Selenium | 0.4µg | 1.8µg | 3% |
Potassium | 99mg | 214mg | 3% |
Magnesium | 8mg | 17mg | 2% |
Cholesterol | 0mg | 7mg | 2% |
Vitamin A | 1µg | 12µg | 1% |
Folate | 8µg | 4µg | 1% |
Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 1.8µg | 1% |
Choline | 2.4mg | 8mg | 1% |
Iron | 0.21mg | 0.14mg | 1% |
Net carbs | 38.12g | 77g | N/A |
Sugar | 18.75g | 65.5g | N/A |
Fiber | 0.1g | 0g | 0% |
Vitamin B3 | 0.187mg | 0.148mg | 0% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.053mg | 0.056mg | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.06mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.192mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.258mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.417mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.338mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.107mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.205mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.285mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.115mg | 0% |
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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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16%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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19%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Sweet and sour is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Sweet and sour is lower in Sugar (difference - 46.75g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Sweet and sour is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.476g)
Which food is cheaper?

Sweet and sour is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Caramel contains less Sodium (difference - 126mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Caramel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Caramel is relatively richer in vitamins
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.