Wheat vs. Sorghum syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Wheat and Sorghum syrup
- Wheat is richer in Selenium, Fiber, Vitamin B3, Zinc, and Phosphorus, yet Sorghum syrup is richer in Vitamin B6, Iron, Potassium, Manganese, and Calcium.
- Daily need coverage for Selenium from Wheat is 55% higher.
Food types used in this article are Wheat, KAMUT khorasan, cooked and Syrups, sorghum.
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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 | +59.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +348.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +162.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1776.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +108.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1566.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +509.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +115.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +48.5% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2205% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +416.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +857.1% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.71 g
Fats:
0.83 g
Carbs:
27.6 g
Water:
65.18 g
Other:
0.68 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
74.9 g
Water:
22.7 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +187.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +171.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +252.9% |
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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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sodium | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 132kcal | 290kcal |
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| Protein | 5.71g | 0g |
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| Fats | 0.83g | 0g |
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| Net carbs | 23.3g | 74.9g |
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| Carbs | 27.6g | 74.9g |
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| Magnesium | 48mg | 100mg |
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| Calcium | 9mg | 150mg |
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| Potassium | 164mg | 1000mg |
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| Iron | 1.76mg | 3.8mg |
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| Sugar | 3.07g | 74.9g |
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| Fiber | 4.3g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.207mg | 0.13mg |
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| Zinc | 1.84mg | 0.41mg |
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| Phosphorus | 147mg | 56mg |
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| Sodium | 8mg | 8mg | |
| Vitamin A | 4IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.24mg | 0mg |
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| Manganese | 1.03mg | 1.53mg |
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| Selenium | 31.9µg | 1.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.095mg | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 0.155mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.305mg | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.07mg | 0.67mg |
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| Folate | 11µg | 0µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.002g |
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| Choline | 13.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.077g | 0g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.084g | 0g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.243g | 0g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.051mg |
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| Threonine | 0.172mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.22mg |
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| Leucine | 0.432mg |
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| Lysine | 0.161mg |
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| Methionine | 0.097mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.3mg |
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| Valine | 0.267mg |
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| Histidine | 0.147mg |
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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
8%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
61%
64%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wheat is lower in Sugar (difference - 71.83g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Sorghum syrup is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.077g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sorghum syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Sorghum syrup is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sorghum syrup is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (8 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.