Tamarind vs. Maple syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between tamarind and maple syrup
- Tamarind has more iron, vitamin B1, fiber, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, vitamin B3, and copper; however, maple syrup is higher in vitamin B2 and zinc.
- Maple syrup covers your daily vitamin B2 needs 86% more than tamarind.
- The glycemic index of maple syrup is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Tamarinds, raw and Syrups, maple.
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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 | +338.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +196.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2445.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +377.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +5550% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +116.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +37.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1370% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -57.1% |
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 | +548.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2292.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +297.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +3200% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +437.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +735.5% |
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:
0.04 g
Fats:
0.06 g
Carbs:
67.04 g
Water:
32.39 g
Other:
0.47 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +6900% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +900% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +474.5% |
~equal in
Carbs
~67.04g
~equal in
Water
~32.39g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.272 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.181 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.059 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.007 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.017 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1545.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +247.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.4% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.908mg | 126% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.152mg | 1.27mg | 86% |
| Iron | 2.8mg | 0.11mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.428mg | 0.066mg | 30% |
| Fiber | 5.1g | 0g | 20% |
| Magnesium | 92mg | 21mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 113mg | 2mg | 16% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 1.47mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 628mg | 212mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.938mg | 0.081mg | 12% |
| Copper | 0.086mg | 0.018mg | 8% |
| Protein | 2.8g | 0.04g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.066mg | 0.002mg | 5% |
| Folate | 14µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3.5mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 74mg | 102mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.143mg | 0.036mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 62.5g | 67.04g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.8µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Choline | 8.6mg | 1.6mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.272g | 0.007g | 1% |
| Calories | 239kcal | 260kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 1.3µg | 0.6µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 28mg | 12mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.6g | 0.06g | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.52g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 57.4g | 67.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 38.8g | 60.46g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.181g | 0.011g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.059g | 0.017g | 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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
50%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamarind is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.66g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tamarind is lower in glycemic index (difference - 31)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamarind is cheaper (difference - $1)
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 contains less Sodium?
Maple syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Maple syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.265g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)