Maple syrup vs. Tea — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between maple syrup and tea
- The amount of manganese, vitamin B2, zinc, calcium, potassium, and vitamin B1 in maple syrup is higher than in tea.
- Maple syrup covers your daily manganese needs 109% more than tea.
- Tea contains less sugar.
- Maple syrup has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of maple syrup is 54, while the glycemic index of tea is 0.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Syrups, maple and Beverages, tea, instant, unsweetened, prepared with water.
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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 | +950% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3300% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1077.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1000% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +63.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +14600% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +641.8% |
| 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 | +42233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +153.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +176.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +433.3% |
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:
0.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
0.17 g
Water:
99.62 g
Other:
0.15 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +39335.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +213.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +50% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +207.6% |
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 Sugar |
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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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.908mg | 0.392mg | 109% |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.27mg | 0.003mg | 97% |
| Carbs | 67.04g | 0.17g | 22% |
| Calories | 260kcal | 1kcal | 13% |
| Zinc | 1.47mg | 0.01mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 102mg | 3mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.066mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 212mg | 18mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 2mg | 5% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 11mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.018mg | 0.011mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.52g | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.11mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.04g | 0.06g | 0% |
| Fats | 0.06g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 67.04g | 0.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 60.46g | 0.02g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 2mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 12mg | 4mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.081mg | 0.032mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.036mg | 0.013mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.002mg | 0.001mg | 0% |
| Choline | 1.6mg | 0.3mg | 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?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Glycemic Index 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%
6%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tea is lower in Sugar (difference - 60.44g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tea contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tea is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.007g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tea is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is cheaper?
Tea is cheaper (difference - $3.8)
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 contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)