Comparison
Agar-agar vs Agar-Agar
Overall, Agar-Agar has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Agar-agar | Agar-Agar |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | a |
| NOVA group | — | 4 |
| Calories | 20 kcal | 29 kcal |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 5 g | 0.3 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 75 g | 0.5 g |
| Protein | 0 g | 0.5 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Agar-agar has 30% fewer calories (20 kcal vs 29 kcal).
- Agar-Agar has 94% less sugar (0.3 g vs 5 g).
- Agar-Agar has 97% less salt (0 g vs 0.7 g).
- Agar-agar has 99% more fiber (75 g vs 0.5 g).
- Agar-Agar has 100% more protein (0.5 g vs 0 g).
- Agar-Agar has the better Nutri-Score.
Ingredients
Agar-agar
Not available.
Agar-Agar
100% Agar Agar / E 406
FAQ
Which is healthier: Agar-agar or Agar-Agar?
Overall, Agar-Agar has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Agar-agar has fewer calories: 20 kcal versus 29 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Agar-Agar has less sugar: 0.3 g versus 5 g per 100 g.