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Balsamic vinegar vs. Bay leaf — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Balsamic vinegar and Bay leaf

  • Balsamic vinegar has less Iron, Manganese, Calcium, Vitamin C, Copper, Vitamin A RAE, Zinc, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Potassium than Bay leaf.
  • Bay leaf covers your daily need of Iron 529% more than Balsamic vinegar.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Vinegar, balsamic and Spices, bay leaf.

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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 Calcium +2988.9%
Contains more Iron +5872.2%
Contains more Magnesium +900%
Contains more Phosphorus +494.7%
Contains more Potassium +372.3%
Contains more Zinc +4525%
Contains more Copper +1500%
Contains more Manganese +6134.4%
Equal in Sodium - 23
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 9% 27% 9% 9% 10% 3% 3% 9% 18% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 251% 1613% 86% 49% 47% 3% 101% 139% 1066% 16%
Contains more Calcium +2988.9%
Contains more Iron +5872.2%
Contains more Magnesium +900%
Contains more Phosphorus +494.7%
Contains more Potassium +372.3%
Contains more Zinc +4525%
Contains more Copper +1500%
Contains more Manganese +6134.4%
Equal in Sodium - 23

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 372% 0% 0% 155% 3% 98% 38% 0% 402% 135% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Water +1305.3%
Contains more Other +66.6%
Contains more Protein +1453.1%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Carbs +340.2%
17% 76% 6%
Protein: 0.49 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 17.03 g
Water: 76.45 g
Other: 6.03 g
8% 8% 75% 5% 4%
Protein: 7.61 g
Fats: 8.36 g
Carbs: 74.97 g
Water: 5.44 g
Other: 3.62 g
Contains more Water +1305.3%
Contains more Other +66.6%
Contains more Protein +1453.1%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Carbs +340.2%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Balsamic vinegar Bay leaf
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Sodium Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Balsamic vinegar Bay leaf Opinion
Net carbs 17.03g 48.67g Bay leaf
Protein 0.49g 7.61g Bay leaf
Fats 0g 8.36g Bay leaf
Carbs 17.03g 74.97g Bay leaf
Calories 88kcal 313kcal Bay leaf
Fructose 7.38g Balsamic vinegar
Sugar 14.95g Bay leaf
Fiber 26.3g Bay leaf
Calcium 27mg 834mg Bay leaf
Iron 0.72mg 43mg Bay leaf
Magnesium 12mg 120mg Bay leaf
Phosphorus 19mg 113mg Bay leaf
Potassium 112mg 529mg Bay leaf
Sodium 23mg 23mg
Zinc 0.08mg 3.7mg Bay leaf
Copper 0.026mg 0.416mg Bay leaf
Manganese 0.131mg 8.167mg Bay leaf
Selenium 2.8µg Bay leaf
Vitamin A 0IU 6185IU Bay leaf
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 309µg Bay leaf
Vitamin C 0mg 46.5mg Bay leaf
Vitamin B1 0.009mg Bay leaf
Vitamin B2 0.421mg Bay leaf
Vitamin B3 2.005mg Bay leaf
Vitamin B6 1.74mg Bay leaf
Folate 180µg Bay leaf
Saturated Fat 0g 2.28g Balsamic vinegar
Monounsaturated Fat 1.64g Bay leaf
Polyunsaturated fat 2.29g Bay leaf

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Balsamic vinegar Bay leaf
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
0%
Balsamic vinegar
100%
Bay leaf
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Balsamic vinegar
337%
Bay leaf

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Bay leaf
Bay leaf is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.95g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Bay leaf
Bay leaf is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Bay leaf
Bay leaf is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Bay leaf
Bay leaf is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Bay leaf
Bay leaf is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.28g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (23 mg)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Balsamic vinegar - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172241/nutrients
  2. Bay leaf - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170917/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.