Tea vs. Distilled beverage — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between tea and distilled beverage?
- Tea is richer than distilled beverage in manganese.
- Tea's daily need coverage for manganese is 16% more.
- The glycemic index of tea is lower.
We used Beverages, tea, instant, unsweetened, prepared with water and Alcoholic beverage, distilled, all (gin, rum, vodka, whiskey) 86 proof 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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +800% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2077.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +300% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +90.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +300% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +300% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -75% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +146.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +33.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
0.17 g
Water:
99.62 g
Other:
0.15 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
0.1 g
Water:
63.9 g
Other:
36 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +70% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +55.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +23900% |
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Saturated fat | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.392mg | 0.018mg | 16% |
| Calories | 1kcal | 250kcal | 12% |
| Caffeine | 11mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.006mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.011mg | 0.021mg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.06g | 0g | 0% |
| Carbs | 0.17g | 0.1g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.17g | 0.1g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 18mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.01mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.02g | 0g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.01mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Phosphorus | 1mg | 4mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.003mg | 0.004mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.032mg | 0.013mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.013mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.001mg | 0.001mg | 0% |
| Choline | 0.3mg | 0mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Fats diet | Equal | |
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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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tea is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Distilled beverage is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.02g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Distilled beverage contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Distilled beverage is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Saturated fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated fat (0 g)
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.