Maple syrup vs. Caramel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between maple syrup and caramel?
- Maple syrup is higher in manganese, vitamin B2, and zinc, yet caramel is higher in phosphorus, vitamin B12, and vitamin B5.
- Maple syrup's daily need coverage for manganese is 126% more.
- Maple syrup has 5 times more vitamin B2 than caramel. While maple syrup has 1.27mg of vitamin B2, caramel has only 0.256mg.
- The amount of sodium in maple syrup is lower.
- The glycemic index of maple syrup is lower.
We used Syrups, maple and Candies, caramels 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 | +23.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +234.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +26336.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +35.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +27.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +5600% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +200% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +396.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +56.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +82.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1622.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +400% |
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:
4.6 g
Fats:
8.1 g
Carbs:
77 g
Water:
8.5 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +281.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +11400% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +13400% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +14.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +283% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.007 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.017 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.476 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.542 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.478 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +13918.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +20358.8% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.908mg | 0.011mg | 126% |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.27mg | 0.256mg | 78% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.017g | 3.478g | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 2mg | 114mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.3µg | 13% |
| Fats | 0.06g | 8.1g | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.036mg | 0.62mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 0.007g | 2.476g | 11% |
| Sodium | 12mg | 245mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.47mg | 0.44mg | 9% |
| Protein | 0.04g | 4.6g | 9% |
| Calories | 260kcal | 382kcal | 6% |
| Calcium | 102mg | 138mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.011g | 1.542g | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.002mg | 0.056mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.46mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.066mg | 0.103mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 67.04g | 77g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 7mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.8µg | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 1.8µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.52g | 1% | |
| Choline | 1.6mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Folate | 0µg | 4µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 17mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 12µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 67.04g | 77g | N/A |
| Potassium | 212mg | 214mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.11mg | 0.14mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 60.46g | 65.5g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.018mg | 0.018mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.081mg | 0.148mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.06mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.258mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.417mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.205mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.285mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.115mg | 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
24%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
50%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Maple syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Maple syrup is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.04g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Maple syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 233mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Maple syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.469g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Maple syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is cheaper?
Caramel is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caramel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Caramel is relatively richer in vitamins