Table salt vs. Halva — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between table salt and halva
- Halva is richer than table salt in copper, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, zinc, vitamin B1, manganese, vitamin B6, and selenium.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for table salt is 1677% higher.
- Halva contains less sodium.
- Table salt has a lower glycemic index than halva.
Food types used in this article are Salt, table and Candies, halavah, plain.
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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 | +21700% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +37.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +2237.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1272.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +3906.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +4220% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +773% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +11400% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| 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 Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
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Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
0.2 g
Other:
99.8 g
Protein:
12.49 g
Fats:
21.52 g
Carbs:
60.49 g
Water:
3.67 g
Other:
1.83 g
| Contains more OtherOther | +5353.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1735% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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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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| Sodium | 38758mg | 195mg | 1677% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 1.202mg | 130% |
| Phosphorus | 0mg | 607mg | 87% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 8.481g | 57% |
| Iron | 0.33mg | 4.53mg | 53% |
| Magnesium | 1mg | 218mg | 52% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 4.32mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.424mg | 35% |
| Manganese | 0.1mg | 0.873mg | 34% |
| Fats | 0g | 21.52g | 33% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.348mg | 27% |
| Protein | 0g | 12.49g | 25% |
| Calories | 0kcal | 469kcal | 23% |
| Selenium | 0.1µg | 11.5µg | 21% |
| Carbs | 0g | 60.49g | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 8.194g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 4.127g | 19% |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.5g | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 2.856mg | 18% |
| Folate | 0µg | 65µg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.088mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 8mg | 187mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.174mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.04µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 33mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 55.99g | N/A |
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
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25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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133%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Table salt is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.127g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Table salt is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food is cheaper?
Table salt is cheaper (difference - $2.9)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Halva is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Halva contains less Sodium (difference - 38563mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Halva is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Halva is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)