Sorghum syrup vs. Amaranth grain — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between sorghum syrup and amaranth grain?
- Sorghum syrup is higher in vitamin B6, manganese, potassium, iron, calcium, vitamin B2, magnesium, and vitamin B1, yet amaranth grain is higher in phosphorus and fiber.
- Sorghum syrup's daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 43% more.
- Sorghum syrup has 7 times more Potassium than amaranth grain. While sorghum syrup has 1000mg of Potassium, amaranth grain has only 135mg.
We used Syrups, sorghum and Amaranth grain, cooked 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +53.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +219.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +640.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +81% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +79.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +109.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +164.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -25% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +223.5% |
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 | +566.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +604.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +492.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +135% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
74.9 g
Water:
22.7 g
Other:
2.4 g
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +300.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +211.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +231.1% |
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 price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 290kcal | 102kcal |
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| Protein | 0g | 3.8g |
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| Fats | 0g | 1.58g |
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| Net carbs | 74.9g | 16.59g |
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| Carbs | 74.9g | 18.69g |
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| Magnesium | 100mg | 65mg |
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| Calcium | 150mg | 47mg |
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| Potassium | 1000mg | 135mg |
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| Iron | 3.8mg | 2.1mg |
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| Sugar | 74.9g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 2.1g |
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| Copper | 0.13mg | 0.149mg |
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| Zinc | 0.41mg | 0.86mg |
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| Starch | 16.23g |
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| Phosphorus | 56mg | 148mg |
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| Sodium | 8mg | 6mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.19mg |
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| Manganese | 1.53mg | 0.854mg |
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| Selenium | 1.7µg | 5.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.015mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.155mg | 0.022mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.1mg | 0.235mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.67mg | 0.113mg |
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| Folate | 0µg | 22µg |
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| Choline | 13.3mg |
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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
21%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sorghum syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 97)
Which food is cheaper?
Sorghum syrup is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sorghum syrup is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth grain is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth grain is lower in Sugar (difference - 74.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth grain contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Amaranth grain is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0g)
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.