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Balsamic vinegar vs. Corn syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are balsamic vinegar and corn syrup different?

  • Balsamic vinegar has 3 times more potassium than corn syrup. Balsamic vinegar has 112mg of potassium, while corn syrup has 44mg.
  • Balsamic vinegar contains less sugar.
  • Corn syrup has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of corn syrup is 90, while the glycemic index of balsamic vinegar is 50.

Vinegar, balsamic and Syrups, corn, dark types were used 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 8.6% 8.1% 9.9% 27% 8.7% 2.2% 8.1% 3% 17% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 5.7% 5.4% 3.9% 14% 18% 1.1% 4.7% 20% 13% 16%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +50%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +50%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +154.5%
Contains more IronIron +94.6%
Contains more ZincZinc +100%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +72.7%
Contains less SodiumSodium -85.2%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +31%
Contains more CopperCopper +103.8%

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% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 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% 2.8% 2.1% 0.38% 1.4% 2.1% 0% 0% 0% 7.3%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin E ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~0µg
~equal in Folate ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
17% 76% 6%
Protein: 0.49 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 17.03 g
Water: 76.45 g
Other: 6.03 g
78% 22%
Protein: 0 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 77.59 g
Water: 22.01 g
Other: 0.4 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +∞%
Contains more WaterWater +247.3%
Contains more OtherOther +1407.5%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +355.6%
~equal in Fats ~0g

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 Corn syrup
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Saturated fat Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Balsamic vinegar Corn syrup DV% diff.
Carbs 17.03g 77.59g 20%
Calories 88kcal 286kcal 10%
Fructose 7.38g 9%
Sodium 23mg 155mg 6%
Selenium 2.9µg 5%
Iron 0.72mg 0.37mg 4%
Copper 0.026mg 0.053mg 3%
Choline 13.3mg 2%
Potassium 112mg 44mg 2%
Vitamin B6 0.009mg 1%
Vitamin B2 0.009mg 1%
Vitamin B1 0.011mg 1%
Phosphorus 19mg 11mg 1%
Manganese 0.131mg 0.1mg 1%
Magnesium 12mg 8mg 1%
Protein 0.49g 0g 1%
Calcium 27mg 18mg 1%
Net carbs 17.03g 77.59g N/A
Sugar 14.95g 77.59g N/A
Zinc 0.08mg 0.04mg 0%
Vitamin B3 0.02mg 0%
Vitamin B5 0.023mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Balsamic vinegar Corn syrup
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet Equal
Low Carbs 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
1%
Corn syrup
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Balsamic vinegar
10%
Corn syrup

Comparison summary

Which food is cheaper?
Corn syrup
Corn syrup is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Corn syrup
Corn syrup is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Sugar (difference - 62.64g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 132mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Saturated fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated fat (0 g)

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. Corn syrup - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168836/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.