Tea vs. Sugar substitute — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between tea and sugar substitute?
- Tea is richer in manganese, while sugar substitute is higher in calcium.
- Sugar substitute's daily need coverage for calcium is 88% higher.
- Sugar substitute has 18 times less manganese than tea. Tea has 0.392mg of manganese, while sugar substitute has 0.022mg.
- Tea is lower in sodium.
- Sugar substitute has a higher glycemic index (40) than tea (0).
We used Beverages, tea, instant, unsweetened, prepared with water and Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, 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 CopperCopper | +57.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1681.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +200% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +29200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +116.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1500% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +300% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +700% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +515.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1400% |
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:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +989.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +3333.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +49764.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +2586.7% |
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Fats
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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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 3mg | 879mg | 88% |
| Carbs | 0.17g | 84.77g | 28% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 572mg | 25% |
| Calories | 1kcal | 347kcal | 17% |
| Manganese | 0.392mg | 0.022mg | 16% |
| Protein | 0.06g | 2.06g | 4% |
| Caffeine | 11mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.01mg | 0.16mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.6g | 2% |
| Potassium | 18mg | 39mg | 1% |
| Starch | 3.52g | 1% | |
| Phosphorus | 1mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 2mg | 6mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.003mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.013mg | 0.08mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.001mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.17g | 84.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.02g | 4.03g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.011mg | 0.007mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.01mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.032mg | 0% | |
| Choline | 0.3mg | 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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1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tea is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.01g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tea contains less Sodium (difference - 568mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tea is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tea is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sugar substitute is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sugar substitute is relatively richer in minerals