Food coloring vs Colorante alimentario
Overall, Food coloring has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 2 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Food coloring | Colorante alimentario |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | — |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 229 kcal | 258 kcal |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 48 g | 43.5 g |
| Salt | 0.2 g | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | — |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 0 g |
| Additives | 7 | 8 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Food coloring has 11% fewer calories (229 kcal vs 258 kcal).
- Colorante alimentario has no fat, while Food coloring has 0.5 g.
- Food coloring has 100% more protein (0.5 g vs 0 g).
Ingredients
Food coloring
Sirop de glucose, eau, sucre, colorants : curcumine, bétanine, bleu patenté V ; épaississants : pectines, agar-agar ; acidifiant : acide citrique : conservateur : sorbate de potassium.
Colorante alimentario
jarabe de glucosa, agua, sacarosa, colorantes (E100, E120, E153, E161b, E133), gelificante E406, acidulante E330, conservante E202.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Food coloring or Colorante alimentario?
Overall, Food coloring 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?
Food coloring has fewer calories: 229 kcal versus 258 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Colorante alimentario has less sugar: 43.5 g versus 48 g per 100 g.