Chewing gum, sugarless vs Molasses
Original comparison by NutriVerdict
Bottom line: Chewing gum, sugarless is the more nutrient-dense of the two, scoring 34 of 100 to 25 for Molasses.
Sugarless chewing gum scores notably higher than molasses, 34 of 100 versus 25 of 100. Molasses has zero fiber compared with the gum's 2.4g, and its sugar content is 74.7g per 100g against 0g for the gum. Calories favor the gum too, 268 versus 290, though both are close. Molasses does carry lower sodium at 37mg against the gum's 7mg being even lower still, so gum wins that measure as well.
Choose sugarless gum when avoiding added sugar entirely is the goal, since molasses is essentially all sugar by weight. Choose molasses only if you specifically want its trace minerals from processing, though neither food's data here shows meaningful protein or fat, both sitting near zero for those nutrients. Overall this pair sits at the low end of the sweets category, and gum is the clearer choice on the numbers provided.
Head to head, per 100 g
| Metric | Chewing gum, sugarless | Molasses |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrient Density Score | 34 | 25 |
| Calories | 268 kcal | 290 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 95 g | 75 g |
| Dietary fiber | 2.4 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 0 g | 75 g |
| Total fat | 0.4 g | 0.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 37 mg |
| Potassium | 0 mg | 1460 mg |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 205 mg |
| Iron | 0 mg | 4.7 mg |
| Magnesium | 0 mg | 242 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 0 ug | 0 ug |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Frequently asked questions
Is Chewing gum, sugarless healthier than Molasses?
On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie, Chewing gum, sugarless scores higher, 34 of 100 to 25. Both can fit a balanced diet; the score reflects nutrients per calorie, not a whole-diet judgement.
Which has more protein, Chewing gum, sugarless or Molasses?
Chewing gum, sugarless has more protein, 0 g per 100 g to 0 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Chewing gum, sugarless is lower in calories, 268 kcal per 100 g to 290 kcal.
Which has more fiber?
Chewing gum, sugarless has more dietary fiber, 2.4 g per 100 g to 0 g.