Maple syrup vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Maple syrup and Brown sugar?
- Maple syrup is higher in Manganese, Vitamin B2, Zinc, and Vitamin B1, yet Brown sugar is higher in Iron.
- Maple syrup's daily need coverage for Manganese is 124% more.
- The amount of Sugar in Maple syrup is lower.
We used Syrups, maple and Sugars, brown 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 more MagnesiumMagnesium | +133.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +22.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +59.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +4800% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -57.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +4443.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +545.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +161.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +100% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +100% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +35.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1950% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +43.8% |
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Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.04 g
Fats:
0.06 g
Carbs:
67.04 g
Water:
32.39 g
Other:
0.47 g
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2317.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +200% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +46.3% |
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Other
~0.45g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
58.32 g
Glucose:
1.6 g
Fructose:
0.52 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
94.56 g
Glucose:
1.35 g
Fructose:
1.11 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +18.5% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +62.1% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +113.5% |
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Starch
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Lactose
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Maltose
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Galactose
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 260kcal | 380kcal |
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| Protein | 0.04g | 0.12g |
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| Fats | 0.06g | 0g |
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| Net carbs | 67.04g | 98.09g |
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| Carbs | 67.04g | 98.09g |
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| Magnesium | 21mg | 9mg |
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| Calcium | 102mg | 83mg |
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| Potassium | 212mg | 133mg |
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| Iron | 0.11mg | 0.71mg |
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| Sugar | 60.46g | 97.02g |
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| Copper | 0.018mg | 0.047mg |
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| Zinc | 1.47mg | 0.03mg |
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| Phosphorus | 2mg | 4mg |
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| Sodium | 12mg | 28mg |
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| Manganese | 2.908mg | 0.064mg |
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| Selenium | 0.6µg | 1.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.066mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 1.27mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.081mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.036mg | 0.132mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.002mg | 0.041mg |
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| Folate | 0µg | 1µg |
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| Choline | 1.6mg | 2.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.007g | 0g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.011g | 0g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.017g | 0g |
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| Fructose | 0.52g | 1.11g |
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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
24%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
50%
11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Maple syrup is lower in Sugar (difference - 36.56g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Maple syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Maple syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.007g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brown sugar is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.