Maple syrup vs. Sorghum syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are maple syrup and sorghum syrup different?
- Maple syrup is richer in vitamin B2, manganese, and zinc, while sorghum syrup is higher in vitamin B6, iron, potassium, magnesium, vitamin B5, copper, and phosphorus.
- Maple syrup covers your daily need for vitamin B2, 86% more than sorghum syrup.
- Maple syrup contains 4 times more zinc than sorghum syrup. Maple syrup contains 1.47mg of zinc, while sorghum syrup contains 0.41mg.
Syrups, maple and Syrups, sorghum types were used 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 ZincZinc | +258.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +90.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +376.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +47.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +371.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +3354.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +622.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2700% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -33.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +183.3% |
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 | +719.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +51.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +23.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +2133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +33400% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +731.3% |
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:
74.9 g
Water:
22.7 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +42.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +11.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +410.6% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B2 | 1.27mg | 0.155mg | 86% |
| Manganese | 2.908mg | 1.53mg | 60% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.002mg | 0.67mg | 51% |
| Iron | 0.11mg | 3.8mg | 46% |
| Potassium | 212mg | 1000mg | 23% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 100mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.036mg | 0.804mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.018mg | 0.13mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 1.47mg | 0.41mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 2mg | 56mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 102mg | 150mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.066mg | 0.1mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 67.04g | 74.9g | 3% |
| Calories | 260kcal | 290kcal | 2% |
| Choline | 1.6mg | 13.3mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 1.7µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.52g | 1% | |
| Protein | 0.04g | 0g | 0% |
| Fats | 0.06g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 67.04g | 74.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 60.46g | 74.9g | N/A |
| Sodium | 12mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.081mg | 0.1mg | 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%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
50%
64%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sorghum syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sorghum syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.007g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sorghum syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is cheaper?
Sorghum syrup is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sorghum syrup is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sorghum syrup is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Maple syrup is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.44g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)