Sugar substitute vs. Amaranth grain — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Sugar substitute and Amaranth grain
- Sugar substitute has more Calcium, while Amaranth grain has more Manganese, Iron, Phosphorus, Copper, Magnesium, Vitamin B6, Zinc, and Fiber.
- Sugar substitute's daily need coverage for Calcium is 83% higher.
- Amaranth grain contains 95 times less Sodium than Sugar substitute. Sugar substitute contains 572mg of Sodium, while Amaranth grain contains 6mg.
The food types used in this comparison are Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown and Amaranth grain, cooked.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +1770.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +983.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +246.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1212.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2028.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2050% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1750% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3781.8% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +46.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +653.3% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +353.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +423.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +84.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +722.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
3.52 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.09 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
2.94 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
16.23 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +361.1% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Saturated Fat | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 347kcal | 102kcal |
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| Protein | 2.06g | 3.8g |
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| Fats | 0g | 1.58g |
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| Net carbs | 84.17g | 16.59g |
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| Carbs | 84.77g | 18.69g |
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| Magnesium | 6mg | 65mg |
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| Calcium | 879mg | 47mg |
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| Potassium | 39mg | 135mg |
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| Iron | 0.16mg | 2.1mg |
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| Sugar | 4.03g |
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| Fiber | 0.6g | 2.1g |
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| Copper | 0.007mg | 0.149mg |
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| Zinc | 0.04mg | 0.86mg |
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| Starch | 3.52g | 16.23g |
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| Phosphorus | 8mg | 148mg |
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| Sodium | 572mg | 6mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.19mg |
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| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.854mg |
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| Selenium | 5.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.015mg | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.022mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.015mg | 0.113mg |
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| Folate | 22µg |
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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
36%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sugar substitute is lower in glycemic index (difference - 57)
Which food is cheaper?
Sugar substitute is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth grain is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth grain contains less Sodium (difference - 566mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Amaranth grain is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Amaranth grain is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol ( mg)
Which food contains less Saturated Fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated Fat ( g)