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Sugar substitute vs. Provolone — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between sugar substitute and provolone

  • Sugar substitute is richer in calcium, yet provolone is richer in phosphorus, zinc, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, and magnesium.
  • Daily need coverage for phosphorus for provolone is 70% higher.
  • Provolone contains less sugar.
  • Provolone has a lower glycemic index than sugar substitute.

Food types used in this article are Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown and Cheese, provolone.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 4.3% 264% 3.4% 6% 2.3% 1.1% 3.4% 75% 2.9% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 20% 227% 12% 20% 8.7% 88% 213% 114% 1.3% 79%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +16.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -34.7%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +120%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +366.7%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +253.8%
Contains more IronIron +225%
Contains more CopperCopper +271.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +7975%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +6100%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 3.8% 3.5% 0% 4.8% 3.5% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 79% 4.6% 7.5% 4.8% 74% 2.9% 29% 17% 183% 5.5% 7.5% 8.4%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +26.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +2040%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +495%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +386.7%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 85% 9% 4%
Protein: 2.06 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 84.77 g
Water: 9.14 g
Other: 4.03 g
26% 27% 2% 41% 5%
Protein: 25.58 g
Fats: 26.62 g
Carbs: 2.14 g
Water: 40.95 g
Other: 4.71 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +3861.2%
Contains more ProteinProtein +1141.7%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more WaterWater +348%
Contains more OtherOther +16.9%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Sugar substitute Provolone
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Sugar substitute Provolone DV% diff.
Saturated fat 17.078g 78%
Phosphorus 8mg 496mg 70%
Vitamin B12 1.46µg 61%
Protein 2.06g 25.58g 47%
Fats 0g 26.62g 41%
Zinc 0.04mg 3.23mg 29%
Carbs 84.77g 2.14g 28%
Selenium 14.5µg 26%
Vitamin A 236µg 26%
Vitamin B2 0.015mg 0.321mg 24%
Cholesterol 69mg 23%
Monounsaturated fat 7.393g 18%
Sodium 572mg 876mg 13%
Calcium 879mg 756mg 12%
Vitamin B5 0.08mg 0.476mg 8%
Iron 0.16mg 0.52mg 5%
Magnesium 6mg 28mg 5%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.769g 5%
Vitamin B6 0.015mg 0.073mg 4%
Folate 10µg 3%
Vitamin D 0.5µg 3%
Choline 15.4mg 3%
Potassium 39mg 138mg 3%
Vitamin D 20IU 3%
Vitamin E 0.23mg 2%
Copper 0.007mg 0.026mg 2%
Fiber 0.6g 0g 2%
Vitamin K 2.2µg 2%
Manganese 0.022mg 0.01mg 1%
Vitamin B3 0.156mg 1%
Starch 3.52g 1%
Calories 347kcal 351kcal 0%
Net carbs 84.17g 2.14g N/A
Sugar 4.03g 0.56g N/A
Vitamin B1 0.015mg 0.019mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.345mg 0%
Threonine 0.982mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.091mg 0%
Leucine 2.297mg 0%
Lysine 2.646mg 0%
Methionine 0.686mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.287mg 0%
Valine 1.64mg 0%
Histidine 1.115mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Sugar substitute Provolone
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
1%
Sugar substitute
32%
Provolone
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
Sugar substitute
78%
Provolone

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 69mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sugar substitute
Sugar substitute contains less Sodium (difference - 304mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.078g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sugar substitute
Sugar substitute is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Provolone
Provolone is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.47g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Provolone
Provolone is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Provolone
Provolone is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Provolone
Provolone is relatively richer in vitamins

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Sugar substitute - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170675/nutrients
  2. Provolone - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170850/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.