Water vs. Powdered milk — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between water and powdered milk
- Water contains less phosphorus, calcium, potassium, zinc, magnesium, copper, and iron than powdered milk.
- Daily need coverage for phosphorus for powdered milk is 111% higher.
- Water is lower in sodium.
- Powdered milk has a higher glycemic index than water.
Food types used in this article are Beverages, water, tap, well and Milk, dry, whole, without added vitamin D.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -98.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +8400% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +30300% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +400% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +33300% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
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.
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
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Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
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Water:
99.9 g
Other:
0.1 g
Protein:
26.32 g
Fats:
26.71 g
Carbs:
38.42 g
Water:
2.47 g
Other:
6.08 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +3944.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +5980% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 3.25µg | 135% | |
| Phosphorus | 0mg | 776mg | 111% |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.205mg | 93% | |
| Calcium | 3mg | 912mg | 91% |
| Saturated fat | 16.742g | 76% | |
| Protein | 0g | 26.32g | 53% |
| Vitamin B5 | 2.271mg | 45% | |
| Fats | 0g | 26.71g | 41% |
| Potassium | 0mg | 1330mg | 39% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% | |
| Selenium | 16.3µg | 30% | |
| Zinc | 0.01mg | 3.34mg | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 258µg | 29% | |
| Calories | 0kcal | 496kcal | 25% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.283mg | 24% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.302mg | 23% | |
| Choline | 117.4mg | 21% | |
| Magnesium | 1mg | 85mg | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.924g | 20% | |
| Sodium | 5mg | 371mg | 16% |
| Carbs | 0g | 38.42g | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 8.6mg | 10% | |
| Folate | 37µg | 9% | |
| Copper | 0.016mg | 0.08mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0.47mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.58mg | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.665g | 4% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.646mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 20IU | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.2µg | 2% | |
| Manganese | 0mg | 0.04mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 38.42g | N/A |
| Sugar | 38.42g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.371mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.188mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.592mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.578mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.087mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.66mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.271mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.762mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.714mg | 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
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93%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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106%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Water is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 97mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Water is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.42g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Water contains less Sodium (difference - 366mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Water is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 16.742g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Water is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Water is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Powdered milk is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Powdered milk is relatively richer in vitamins