Turmeric vs. Sugar substitute — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between turmeric and sugar substitute
- Turmeric has more manganese, iron, copper, fiber, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc; however, sugar substitute has more calcium.
- Turmeric's daily need coverage for manganese is 860% more.
- Turmeric has 344 times more iron than sugar substitute. Turmeric has 55mg of iron, while sugar substitute has 0.16mg.
- Turmeric is lower in sodium.
- Sugar substitute has a higher glycemic index than turmeric.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Spices, turmeric, ground and Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, 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 | +3366.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +5233.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +34275% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +18471.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +11150% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +3637.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +89900% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +423.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +286.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +577.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +613.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.68 g
Fats:
3.25 g
Carbs:
67.14 g
Water:
12.85 g
Other:
7.08 g
Protein:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +369.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +40.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +75.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +26.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
2.38 g
Glucose:
0.38 g
Fructose:
0.45 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
3.52 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.09 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
2.94 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +186.8% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 19.8mg | 0.022mg | 860% |
| Iron | 55mg | 0.16mg | 686% |
| Copper | 1.3mg | 0.007mg | 144% |
| Fiber | 22.7g | 0.6g | 88% |
| Calcium | 168mg | 879mg | 71% |
| Potassium | 2080mg | 39mg | 60% |
| Magnesium | 208mg | 6mg | 48% |
| Phosphorus | 299mg | 8mg | 42% |
| Zinc | 4.5mg | 0.04mg | 41% |
| Vitamin E | 4.43mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 27mg | 572mg | 24% |
| Protein | 9.68g | 2.06g | 15% |
| Selenium | 6.2µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin K | 13.4µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.15mg | 0.015mg | 10% |
| Choline | 49.2mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.542mg | 0.08mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.35mg | 8% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.838g | 8% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.107mg | 0.015mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 67.14g | 84.77g | 6% |
| Folate | 20µg | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.756g | 5% | |
| Fats | 3.25g | 0g | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.058mg | 0.015mg | 4% |
| Calories | 312kcal | 347kcal | 2% |
| Starch | 3.52g | 1% | |
| Fructose | 0.45g | 0g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.449g | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 44.44g | 84.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.21g | 4.03g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.056g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.17mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.33mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.47mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.81mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.38mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.14mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.53mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.66mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.081g | N/A |
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
23%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
575%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turmeric is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.82g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turmeric contains less Sodium (difference - 545mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turmeric is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turmeric is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turmeric 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 - 1.838g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sugar substitute is cheaper (difference - $2.5)