Maple syrup vs. Brunost — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between maple syrup and brunost
- Maple syrup has more manganese; however, brunost has more vitamin B12, vitamin B5, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, and selenium.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for maple syrup is 125% higher.
- Maple syrup is lower in sodium.
- Maple syrup has a higher glycemic index than brunost.
Food types used in this article are Syrups, maple and Cheese, gjetost.
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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 ZincZinc | +28.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +7170% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +233.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +292.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +564.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +372.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +344.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +22100% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2316.7% |
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 CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +377.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +903.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +9208.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +13450% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
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:
9.65 g
Fats:
29.51 g
Carbs:
42.65 g
Water:
13.44 g
Other:
4.75 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +57.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +141% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24025% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +49083.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +910.6% |
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
19.16 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.879 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.938 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -100% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +71527.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5417.6% |
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 | 0.04mg | 125% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 2.42µg | 101% |
| Saturated fat | 0.007g | 19.16g | 87% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.036mg | 3.351mg | 66% |
| Phosphorus | 2mg | 444mg | 63% |
| Fats | 0.06g | 29.51g | 45% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 334µg | 37% |
| Potassium | 212mg | 1409mg | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 94mg | 31% |
| Calcium | 102mg | 400mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 12mg | 600mg | 26% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 14.5µg | 25% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.002mg | 0.271mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.066mg | 0.315mg | 21% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.011g | 7.879g | 20% |
| Protein | 0.04g | 9.65g | 19% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 70mg | 12% |
| Calories | 260kcal | 466kcal | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.27mg | 1.382mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 67.04g | 42.65g | 8% |
| Copper | 0.018mg | 0.08mg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.017g | 0.938g | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.081mg | 0.813mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.11mg | 0.52mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.47mg | 1.14mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 0.52g | 1% | |
| Folate | 0µg | 5µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 67.04g | 42.65g | N/A |
| Sugar | 60.46g | N/A | |
| Choline | 1.6mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.135mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.393mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.519mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.992mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.814mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.318mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.54mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.765mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.293mg | 0% |
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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%
84%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
50%
72%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Maple syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 94mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Maple syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 588mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Maple syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 19.153g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Brunost is lower in Sugar (difference - 60.46g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Brunost is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Brunost is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brunost is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brunost is relatively richer in vitamins