Balsamic vinegar vs. Béchamel sauce — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between balsamic vinegar and béchamel sauce
- Balsamic vinegar is richer in iron, yet béchamel sauce is richer in phosphorus, calcium, and vitamin A.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for béchamel sauce is 13% higher.
- Balsamic vinegar contains 3 times more iron than béchamel sauce. Balsamic vinegar contains 0.72mg of iron, while béchamel sauce contains 0.21mg.
- Béchamel sauce contains less sugar.
Food types used in this article are Vinegar, balsamic and Sauce, homemade, white, thin.
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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 IronIron | +242.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +100% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +445.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +25% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +366.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +45.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +425% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +431.6% |
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 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.49 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
17.03 g
Water:
76.45 g
Other:
6.03 g
Protein:
3.77 g
Fats:
6.73 g
Carbs:
7.4 g
Water:
80.66 g
Other:
1.44 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +130.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +318.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +669.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
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Water
~80.66g
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.184mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 23mg | 328mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 19mg | 101mg | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.586g | 11% | |
| Fats | 0g | 6.73g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 2.152g | 10% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 126mg | 10% |
| Fructose | 7.38g | 9% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 73µg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.67g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.339mg | 7% | |
| Protein | 0.49g | 3.77g | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 1.2µg | 6% | |
| Selenium | 3.3µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 49IU | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.72mg | 0.21mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.131mg | 0.024mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 5% | |
| Zinc | 0.08mg | 0.42mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 17.03g | 7.4g | 3% |
| Choline | 14.1mg | 3% | |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 3% | |
| Folate | 9µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.261mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 112mg | 163mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.8mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Calories | 88kcal | 105kcal | 1% |
| Copper | 0.026mg | 0.013mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.6µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.17mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 17.03g | 7.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 14.95g | 4.78g | N/A |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.046mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.147mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.198mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.32mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.259mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.157mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.219mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.089mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
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15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Béchamel sauce is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.17g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Béchamel sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Béchamel sauce is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Béchamel sauce is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Béchamel sauce is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 305mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.152g)