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Alfredo sauce vs. Mushroom gravy — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between alfredo sauce and mushroom gravy

  • Alfredo sauce is higher in phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B1,2, selenium, vitamin B1, and vitamin B6; however, mushroom gravy is richer in manganese.
  • Alfredo sauce's daily need coverage for sodium is 88% higher.

The food types used in this comparison are Sauce, alfredo mix, dry and Gravy, mushroom, canned.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 23% 140% 22% 35% 21% 41% 178% 338% 7.3% 51%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 1.4% 2.1% 9.4% 25% 33% 19% 6.4% 74% 39% 10%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +1500%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +6571.4%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +139.6%
Contains more IronIron +42.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +112.9%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +2666.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +389.5%
Contains more CopperCopper +56.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -78%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +435.7%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 18% 37% 0% 39% 12% 39% 63% 31% 48% 16% 3% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 8.3% 15% 13% 66% 4.6% 0% 0% 9% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +372.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +208.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +570%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +16.7%
Contains more FolateFolate +200%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~1.1mg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
15% 36% 37% 2% 10%
Protein: 15.32 g
Fats: 36.35 g
Carbs: 36.52 g
Water: 2.05 g
Other: 9.76 g
3% 5% 89%
Protein: 1.26 g
Fats: 2.71 g
Carbs: 5.47 g
Water: 89 g
Other: 1.56 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +1115.9%
Contains more FatsFats +1241.3%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +567.6%
Contains more OtherOther +525.6%
Contains more WaterWater +4241.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
37% 39% 24%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 13.18 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 13.669 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 8.61 g
15% 45% 39%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.4 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.17 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.02 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +1068.3%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +744.1%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -97%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Alfredo sauce Mushroom gravy
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Glycemic Index Equal
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Alfredo sauce Mushroom gravy DV% diff.
Sodium 2590mg 570mg 88%
Saturated fat 13.18g 0.4g 58%
Phosphorus 415mg 15mg 57%
Fats 36.35g 2.71g 52%
Polyunsaturated fat 8.61g 1.02g 51%
Calcium 467mg 7mg 46%
Monounsaturated fat 13.669g 1.17g 31%
Protein 15.32g 1.26g 28%
Calories 535kcal 50kcal 24%
Cholesterol 56mg 0mg 19%
Vitamin B12 0.38µg 0µg 16%
Selenium 9.3µg 1.9µg 13%
Vitamin E 1.84mg 12%
Manganese 0.056mg 0.3mg 11%
Vitamin B1 0.156mg 0.033mg 10%
Carbs 36.52g 5.47g 10%
Vitamin B3 2.07mg 0.671mg 9%
Vitamin B6 0.134mg 0.02mg 9%
Magnesium 32mg 2mg 7%
Zinc 1.49mg 0.7mg 7%
Vitamin A 54µg 0µg 6%
Fiber 2g 0.4g 6%
Vitamin K 6.2µg 5%
Iron 0.94mg 0.66mg 4%
Copper 0.064mg 0.1mg 4%
Potassium 254mg 106mg 4%
Folate 4µg 12µg 2%
Vitamin B2 0.054mg 0.063mg 1%
Vitamin B5 1.044mg 1.1mg 1%
Net carbs 34.52g 5.07g N/A
Sugar 5.4g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Alfredo sauce Mushroom gravy
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet Equal

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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
23%
Alfredo sauce
9%
Mushroom gravy
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
86%
Alfredo sauce
22%
Mushroom gravy

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mushroom gravy
Mushroom gravy is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mushroom gravy
Mushroom gravy is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.4g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mushroom gravy
Mushroom gravy contains less Sodium (difference - 2020mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mushroom gravy
Mushroom gravy is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.78g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Alfredo sauce
Alfredo sauce is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Alfredo sauce
Alfredo sauce is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Alfredo sauce - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171603/nutrients
  2. Mushroom gravy - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171170/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.