Sugar substitute vs. Corn syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are sugar substitute and corn syrup different?
- Sugar substitute has more calcium; however, corn syrup is richer in copper.
- Sugar substitute covers your daily need for calcium, 86% more than corn syrup.
- Corn syrup contains less sodium.
- Corn syrup has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of corn syrup is 90, while the glycemic index of sugar substitute is 40.
Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown and Syrups, corn, dark types were used 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 more CalciumCalcium | +4783.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +12.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +131.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +657.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +37.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -72.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +354.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +36.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +247.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +66.7% |
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:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
77.59 g
Water:
22.01 g
Other:
0.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +907.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +140.8% |
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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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 879mg | 18mg | 86% |
| Sodium | 572mg | 155mg | 18% |
| Copper | 0.007mg | 0.053mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 2.9µg | 5% | |
| Protein | 2.06g | 0g | 4% |
| Calories | 347kcal | 286kcal | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.1mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.16mg | 0.37mg | 3% |
| Choline | 13.3mg | 2% | |
| Carbs | 84.77g | 77.59g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 0g | 2% |
| Starch | 3.52g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.08mg | 0.023mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 84.17g | 77.59g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 39mg | 44mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.03g | 77.59g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Phosphorus | 8mg | 11mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.011mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.009mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.015mg | 0.009mg | 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 is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sugar substitute is lower in Sugar (difference - 73.56g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sugar substitute is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Sugar substitute is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 417mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Corn syrup is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Corn syrup is relatively richer in vitamins