Au jus vs. Alfredo sauce — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between au jus and alfredo sauce
- Au jus contains less phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B5, selenium, vitamin B1,2, vitamin B1, and vitamin B6 than alfredo sauce.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for alfredo sauce is 92% higher.
- Au jus is lower in sodium.
Food types used in this article are Gravy, au jus, canned and Sauce, alfredo mix, dry.
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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 CopperCopper | +56.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +257.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1500% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +11575% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +213.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +56.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +49% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1283.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2225% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +680% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +130% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +5120% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1240% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +280% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.2 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
2.5 g
Water:
94.5 g
Other:
1.6 g
Protein:
15.32 g
Fats:
36.35 g
Carbs:
36.52 g
Water:
2.05 g
Other:
9.76 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +4509.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1176.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +18075% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1360.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +510% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.1 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.08 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.01 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
13.18 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
13.669 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.61 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +16986.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +86000% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 478mg | 2590mg | 92% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1g | 13.18g | 59% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.01g | 8.61g | 57% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 36.35g | 56% |
| Phosphorus | 30mg | 415mg | 55% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 467mg | 46% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.08g | 13.669g | 34% |
| Protein | 1.2g | 15.32g | 28% |
| Calories | 16kcal | 535kcal | 26% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.02mg | 1.044mg | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 56mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 9.3µg | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 1.84mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.1µg | 0.38µg | 12% |
| Carbs | 2.5g | 36.52g | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.156mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.01mg | 0.134mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2g | 8% |
| Magnesium | 2mg | 32mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.9mg | 2.07mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 54µg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.2mg | 0.056mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 6.2µg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 81mg | 254mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1mg | 1.49mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.064mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 0.94mg | 4% |
| Folate | 2µg | 4µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2.5g | 34.52g | N/A |
| Sugar | 5.4g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.054mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| 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
4%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
86%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Au jus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Au jus is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.4g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Au jus contains less Sodium (difference - 2112mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Au jus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.08g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Alfredo sauce is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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 ($)