Tamarind vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between tamarind and brown sugar?
- Brown sugar has less vitamin B1, iron, fiber, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, vitamin B2, and vitamin B3 than tamarind.
- Tamarind's daily need coverage for vitamin B1 is 36% higher.
- Tamarind contains less sugar.
- Tamarind has a lower glycemic index than brown sugar.
We used Tamarinds, raw and Sugars, brown types in this comparison.
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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 | +922.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +372.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +294.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +83% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +233.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2725% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +12.2% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1661.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +61% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1300% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +273.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.8 g
Fats:
0.6 g
Carbs:
62.5 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
2.7 g
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2233.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2243.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +500% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +56.9% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sodium | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.428mg | 0mg | 36% |
| Iron | 2.8mg | 0.71mg | 26% |
| Magnesium | 92mg | 9mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 5.1g | 0g | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 113mg | 4mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 628mg | 133mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.152mg | 0mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 62.5g | 98.09g | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.938mg | 0.11mg | 11% |
| Calories | 239kcal | 380kcal | 7% |
| Protein | 2.8g | 0.12g | 5% |
| Copper | 0.086mg | 0.047mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3.5mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Folate | 14µg | 1µg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.064mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.8µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.066mg | 0.041mg | 2% |
| Choline | 8.6mg | 2.3mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.272g | 0g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 74mg | 83mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 0.03mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.6g | 0g | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 57.4g | 98.09g | N/A |
| Sugar | 38.8g | 97.02g | N/A |
| Sodium | 28mg | 28mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Selenium | 1.3µg | 1.2µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.143mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.181g | 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.059g | 0g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.139mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.014mg | 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
18%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamarind is lower in Sugar (difference - 58.22g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tamarind is lower in glycemic index (difference - 48)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tamarind is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tamarind is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.272g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brown sugar is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (28 mg)