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Balsamic vinegar vs. Buttermilk — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between Balsamic vinegar and Buttermilk?

  • Balsamic vinegar is higher in Iron, and Manganese, however, Buttermilk is richer in Phosphorus, and Calcium.
  • Buttermilk contains 66 times less Manganese than Balsamic vinegar. Balsamic vinegar contains 0.131mg of Manganese, while Buttermilk contains 0.002mg.
  • Buttermilk has less Sugar.

We used Vinegar, balsamic and Milk, buttermilk, fluid, cultured, lowfat types in this article.

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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 Iron +1340%
Contains less Sodium -87.9%
Contains more Copper +136.4%
Contains more Manganese +6450%
Contains more Calcium +329.6%
Contains more Phosphorus +368.4%
Contains more Potassium +34.8%
Contains more Zinc +425%
Equal in Magnesium - 11
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 35% 2% 8% 39% 14% 25% 12% 4% 1% 11%
Contains more Iron +1340%
Contains less Sodium -87.9%
Contains more Copper +136.4%
Contains more Manganese +6450%
Contains more Calcium +329.6%
Contains more Phosphorus +368.4%
Contains more Potassium +34.8%
Contains more Zinc +425%
Equal in Magnesium - 11

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 3% 1% 0% 4% 9% 36% 2% 17% 8% 4% 28% 1%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +255.5%
Contains more Other +577.5%
Contains more Protein +575.5%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Water +17.9%
17% 76% 6%
Protein: 0.49 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 17.03 g
Water: 76.45 g
Other: 6.03 g
3% 5% 90%
Protein: 3.31 g
Fats: 0.88 g
Carbs: 4.79 g
Water: 90.13 g
Other: 0.89 g
Contains more Carbs +255.5%
Contains more Other +577.5%
Contains more Protein +575.5%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Water +17.9%

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Balsamic vinegar Buttermilk Opinion
Net carbs 17.03g 4.79g Balsamic vinegar
Protein 0.49g 3.31g Buttermilk
Fats 0g 0.88g Buttermilk
Carbs 17.03g 4.79g Balsamic vinegar
Calories 88kcal 40kcal Balsamic vinegar
Fructose 7.38g Balsamic vinegar
Sugar 14.95g 4.79g Buttermilk
Calcium 27mg 116mg Buttermilk
Iron 0.72mg 0.05mg Balsamic vinegar
Magnesium 12mg 11mg Balsamic vinegar
Phosphorus 19mg 89mg Buttermilk
Potassium 112mg 151mg Buttermilk
Sodium 23mg 190mg Balsamic vinegar
Zinc 0.08mg 0.42mg Buttermilk
Copper 0.026mg 0.011mg Balsamic vinegar
Manganese 0.131mg 0.002mg Balsamic vinegar
Selenium 2µg Buttermilk
Vitamin A 0IU 47IU Buttermilk
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 14µg Buttermilk
Vitamin E 0.05mg Buttermilk
Vitamin D 1IU Buttermilk
Vitamin C 0mg 1mg Buttermilk
Vitamin B1 0.034mg Buttermilk
Vitamin B2 0.154mg Buttermilk
Vitamin B3 0.058mg Buttermilk
Vitamin B5 0.275mg Buttermilk
Vitamin B6 0.034mg Buttermilk
Folate 5µg Buttermilk
Vitamin B12 0.22µg Buttermilk
Vitamin K 0.1µg Buttermilk
Tryptophan 0.042mg Buttermilk
Threonine 0.141mg Buttermilk
Isoleucine 0.171mg Buttermilk
Leucine 0.313mg Buttermilk
Lysine 0.277mg Buttermilk
Methionine 0.087mg Buttermilk
Phenylalanine 0.171mg Buttermilk
Valine 0.217mg Buttermilk
Histidine 0.1mg Buttermilk
Cholesterol 4mg Balsamic vinegar
Saturated Fat 0g 0.548g Balsamic vinegar
Monounsaturated Fat 0.254g Buttermilk
Polyunsaturated fat 0.033g Buttermilk

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Balsamic vinegar Buttermilk
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
9%
Buttermilk
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Balsamic vinegar
15%
Buttermilk

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Buttermilk
Buttermilk is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.16g)
Which food is cheaper?
Buttermilk
Buttermilk is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Buttermilk
Buttermilk is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 167mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.548g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

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. Buttermilk - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170874/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.