Agave nectar vs. Sorghum syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between agave nectar and sorghum syrup?
- Agave nectar is higher in vitamin C and vitamin K, yet sorghum syrup is higher in manganese, iron, vitamin B6, potassium, magnesium, calcium, copper, and phosphorus.
- Sorghum syrup's daily need coverage for manganese is 66% more.
We used Sweetener, syrup, agave and Syrups, sorghum 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 | -50% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +9900% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +14900% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +24900% |
| Contains more IronIron | +4122.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1344.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +4000% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +5500% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +30500% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +22% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +589% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +186.3% |
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 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
74.9 g
Water:
22.7 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1500% |
~equal in
Carbs
~74.9g
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Water
~22.7g
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Saturated fat | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fructose | 55.6g | 70% | |
| Manganese | 0.005mg | 1.53mg | 66% |
| Iron | 0.09mg | 3.8mg | 46% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.234mg | 0.67mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 4mg | 1000mg | 29% |
| Magnesium | 1mg | 100mg | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Vitamin K | 22.5µg | 0µg | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 1mg | 150mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.009mg | 0.13mg | 13% |
| Folate | 30µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 1mg | 56mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0.98mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.01mg | 0.41mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.689mg | 0.1mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.122mg | 0.1mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 8µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 0g | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.165mg | 0.155mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.45g | 0g | 1% |
| Calories | 310kcal | 290kcal | 1% |
| Protein | 0.09g | 0g | 0% |
| Carbs | 76.37g | 74.9g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 76.17g | 74.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 68.03g | 74.9g | N/A |
| Sodium | 4mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 1.7µg | 1.7µg | 0% |
| Choline | 13.3mg | 13.3mg | 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
23%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
64%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sorghum syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is cheaper?
Sorghum syrup is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sorghum syrup is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Agave nectar is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.87g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Agave nectar contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
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)
Which food contains less Saturated fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated fat (0 g)