Maple syrup vs. Drinking water — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between maple syrup and drinking water
- Drinking water contains less manganese, vitamin B2, zinc, calcium, potassium, and vitamin B1 than maple syrup.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for maple syrup is 126% higher.
- Drinking water is lower in sugar.
- Maple syrup has a higher glycemic index than drinking water.
Food types used in this article are Syrups, maple and Beverages, water, tap, drinking.
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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 | +2000% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3300% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +80% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +14600% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.7% |
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 Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
99.9 g
Other:
0.1 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +370% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +208.4% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.908mg | 0mg | 126% |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.27mg | 0mg | 98% |
| Carbs | 67.04g | 0g | 22% |
| Calories | 260kcal | 0kcal | 13% |
| Zinc | 1.47mg | 0.01mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 102mg | 3mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 212mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.066mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 1mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.036mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.081mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.52g | 1% | |
| Copper | 0.018mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.11mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.04g | 0g | 0% |
| Fats | 0.06g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 67.04g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 60.46g | 0g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 12mg | 4mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.002mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Choline | 1.6mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.007g | 0g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.011g | 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.017g | 0g | 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%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
50%
1%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Maple syrup is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Maple syrup is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Drinking water is lower in Sugar (difference - 60.46g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Drinking water contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Drinking water is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.007g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Drinking water is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is cheaper?
Drinking water is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)