Tomato vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between tomatoes and brown sugar
- Tomatoes have more vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin K; however, brown sugar is higher in calcium and iron.
- Tomatoes cover your daily need for vitamin A, 17% more than brown sugar.
- Tomatoes have less sugar.
- The glycemic index of brown sugar is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Tomatoes, red, ripe, raw, year round average and Sugars, brown.
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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 | +22.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +78.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +25.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +466.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +500% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -82.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +78.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +730% |
| Contains more IronIron | +163% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 | +440% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +95.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1400% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +191.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +48.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.88 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
3.89 g
Water:
94.52 g
Other:
0.51 g
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +633.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +6953.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +13.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2421.6% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.25 g
Fructose:
1.37 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
94.56 g
Glucose:
1.35 g
Fructose:
1.11 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +23.4% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Carbs | 3.89g | 98.09g | 31% |
| Calories | 18kcal | 380kcal | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 13.7mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Vitamin K | 7.9µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 83mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.27mg | 0.71mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 0g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 42µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Folate | 15µg | 1µg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 24mg | 4mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.041mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.594mg | 0.11mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.037mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 237mg | 133mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.114mg | 0.064mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 1.2µg | 2% |
| Protein | 0.88g | 0.12g | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 0.03mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.083g | 0g | 1% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 28mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.089mg | 0.132mg | 1% |
| Choline | 6.7mg | 2.3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.019mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.059mg | 0.047mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2.69g | 98.09g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.63g | 97.02g | N/A |
| Saturated fat | 0.028g | 0g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.031g | 0g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.006mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.006mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.014mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 1.37g | 1.11g | 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
12%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tomato is lower in Sugar (difference - 94.39g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tomato contains less Sodium (difference - 23mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tomato is lower in glycemic index (difference - 48)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tomato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.028g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brown sugar is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.