Agave nectar vs. Mandarin orange — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between agave nectar and mandarin oranges
- Agave nectar has more vitamin K, vitamin B6, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, and vitamin E; however, mandarin oranges are richer in vitamin C, vitamin A, and fiber.
- Agave nectar covers your daily vitamin K needs 19% more than mandarin oranges.
- Mandarin oranges have 5 times less vitamin E than agave nectar. Agave nectar has 0.98mg of vitamin E, while mandarin oranges have 0.2mg.
- Mandarin oranges have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of mandarin oranges is 47, while the glycemic index of agave nectar is 13.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Sweetener, syrup, agave and Tangerines, (mandarin oranges), raw.
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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 SeleniumSelenium | +1600% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3600% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +4050% |
| Contains more IronIron | +66.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +366.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +600% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1900% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +680% |
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 | +390% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +110.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +358.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +83.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +87.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +30.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +57.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +325% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.09 g
Fats:
0.45 g
Carbs:
76.37 g
Water:
22.94 g
Other:
0.15 g
Protein:
0.81 g
Fats:
0.31 g
Carbs:
13.34 g
Water:
85.17 g
Other:
0.37 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +45.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +472.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +800% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +271.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +146.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
12.43 g
Fructose:
55.6 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
6.05 g
Glucose:
2.13 g
Fructose:
2.4 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +483.6% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +2216.7% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
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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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fructose | 55.6g | 2.4g | 67% |
| Carbs | 76.37g | 13.34g | 21% |
| Vitamin K | 22.5µg | 0µg | 19% |
| Calories | 310kcal | 53kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.234mg | 0.078mg | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 26.7mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.165mg | 0.036mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1.8g | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.122mg | 0.058mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 4mg | 166mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.98mg | 0.2mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 37mg | 4% |
| Folate | 30µg | 16µg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.009mg | 0.042mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.216mg | 4% | |
| Selenium | 1.7µg | 0.1µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 1mg | 12mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 1mg | 20mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 8µg | 34µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.689mg | 0.376mg | 2% |
| Protein | 0.09g | 0.81g | 1% |
| Iron | 0.09mg | 0.15mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.005mg | 0.039mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.01mg | 0.07mg | 1% |
| Choline | 13.3mg | 10.2mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.45g | 0.31g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 76.17g | 11.54g | N/A |
| Sugar | 68.03g | 10.58g | N/A |
| Sodium | 4mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0.039g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.06g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.065g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.002mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.016mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.017mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.028mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.032mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.002mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.021mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.011mg | 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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14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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7%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mandarin orange is lower in Sugar (difference - 57.45g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mandarin orange contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Mandarin orange is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mandarin orange is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Agave nectar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.039g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Agave nectar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 34)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Agave nectar is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)