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Balsamic vinegar vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Balsamic vinegar and Saffron?

  • Saffron has more Manganese, Iron, Vitamin C, Magnesium, Potassium, Copper, Phosphorus, Zinc, and Calcium than Balsamic vinegar.
  • Saffron's daily need coverage for Manganese is 1229% higher.

We used Vinegar, balsamic and Spices, saffron types in this comparison.

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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 less Sodium -84.5%
Contains more Calcium +311.1%
Contains more Iron +1441.7%
Contains more Magnesium +2100%
Contains more Phosphorus +1226.3%
Contains more Potassium +1439.3%
Contains more Zinc +1262.5%
Contains more Copper +1161.5%
Contains more Manganese +21585.5%
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 34% 417% 189% 108% 153% 20% 30% 110% 3706% 31%
Contains less Sodium -84.5%
Contains more Calcium +311.1%
Contains more Iron +1441.7%
Contains more Magnesium +2100%
Contains more Phosphorus +1226.3%
Contains more Potassium +1439.3%
Contains more Zinc +1262.5%
Contains more Copper +1161.5%
Contains more Manganese +21585.5%

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.
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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 32% 0% 0% 270% 29% 62% 28% 0% 234% 70% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Water +542.4%
Contains more Other +10.6%
Contains more Protein +2232.7%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Carbs +283.9%
Equal in Other - 5.45
17% 76% 6%
Protein: 0.49 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 17.03 g
Water: 76.45 g
Other: 6.03 g
11% 6% 65% 12% 5%
Protein: 11.43 g
Fats: 5.85 g
Carbs: 65.37 g
Water: 11.9 g
Other: 5.45 g
Contains more Water +542.4%
Contains more Other +10.6%
Contains more Protein +2232.7%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Carbs +283.9%
Equal in Other - 5.45

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 Saffron
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Balsamic vinegar Saffron Opinion
Net carbs 17.03g 61.47g Saffron
Protein 0.49g 11.43g Saffron
Fats 0g 5.85g Saffron
Carbs 17.03g 65.37g Saffron
Calories 88kcal 310kcal Saffron
Fructose 7.38g Balsamic vinegar
Sugar 14.95g Saffron
Fiber 3.9g Saffron
Calcium 27mg 111mg Saffron
Iron 0.72mg 11.1mg Saffron
Magnesium 12mg 264mg Saffron
Phosphorus 19mg 252mg Saffron
Potassium 112mg 1724mg Saffron
Sodium 23mg 148mg Balsamic vinegar
Zinc 0.08mg 1.09mg Saffron
Copper 0.026mg 0.328mg Saffron
Manganese 0.131mg 28.408mg Saffron
Selenium 5.6µg Saffron
Vitamin A 0IU 530IU Saffron
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 27µg Saffron
Vitamin C 0mg 80.8mg Saffron
Vitamin B1 0.115mg Saffron
Vitamin B2 0.267mg Saffron
Vitamin B3 1.46mg Saffron
Vitamin B6 1.01mg Saffron
Folate 93µg Saffron
Saturated Fat 0g 1.586g Balsamic vinegar
Omega-3 - DPA 0.006g Saffron
Monounsaturated Fat 0.429g Saffron
Polyunsaturated fat 2.067g Saffron

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Balsamic vinegar Saffron
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
60%
Saffron
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Balsamic vinegar
479%
Saffron

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.95g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Saffron
Saffron is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 125mg)
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 - 1.586g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)

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. Saffron - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170934/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.