Maple syrup vs. Tempeh — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between maple syrup and tempeh?
- Maple syrup is higher in vitamin B2 and manganese, yet tempeh is higher in copper, phosphorus, iron, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, magnesium, and folate.
- Maple syrup's daily need coverage for vitamin B2 is 70% more.
- Maple syrup has 2 times more manganese than tempeh. While maple syrup has 2.908mg of manganese, tempeh has only 1.3mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in maple syrup is lower.
- The glycemic index of tempeh is lower.
We used Syrups, maple and Tempeh 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 ZincZinc | +28.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +123.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +285.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +94.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2354.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +3011.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +13200% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -25% |
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 | +254.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +18.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +3159.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +672.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +10650% |
| 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:
20.29 g
Fats:
10.8 g
Carbs:
7.64 g
Water:
59.65 g
Other:
1.62 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +777.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +50625% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +17900% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +84.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +244.7% |
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
2.539 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.205 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.3 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +29036.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +25194.1% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.908mg | 1.3mg | 70% |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.27mg | 0.358mg | 70% |
| Copper | 0.018mg | 0.56mg | 60% |
| Protein | 0.04g | 20.29g | 41% |
| Phosphorus | 2mg | 266mg | 38% |
| Iron | 0.11mg | 2.7mg | 32% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.017g | 4.3g | 29% |
| Carbs | 67.04g | 7.64g | 20% |
| Fats | 0.06g | 10.8g | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.002mg | 0.215mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.081mg | 2.64mg | 16% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 81mg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 0.007g | 2.539g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.011g | 3.205g | 8% |
| Folate | 0µg | 24µg | 6% |
| Potassium | 212mg | 412mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.036mg | 0.278mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.08µg | 3% |
| Calories | 260kcal | 192kcal | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.47mg | 1.14mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.066mg | 0.078mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 102mg | 111mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.52g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 67.04g | 7.64g | N/A |
| Sugar | 60.46g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 12mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Choline | 1.6mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.194mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.796mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.88mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.43mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.908mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.175mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.893mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.92mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.466mg | 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%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
50%
73%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 60.46g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tempeh contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
Which food is cheaper?
Tempeh is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Maple syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.532g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.