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Balsamic vinegar vs. Dulce de Leche — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between balsamic vinegar and dulce de Leche

  • Balsamic vinegar is richer in iron and manganese, yet dulce de Leche is richer in phosphorus, calcium, potassium, zinc, and vitamin A.
  • Daily need coverage for phosphorus for dulce de Leche is 25% higher.
  • Balsamic vinegar contains 66 times more manganese than dulce de Leche. Balsamic vinegar contains 0.131mg of manganese, while dulce de Leche contains 0.002mg.
  • Balsamic vinegar contains less sodium.

Food types used in this article are Vinegar, balsamic and Dulce de Leche.

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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 16% 75% 31% 6.4% 1.3% 22% 83% 17% 0.26% 15%
Contains more IronIron +323.5%
Contains more CopperCopper +550%
Contains less SodiumSodium -82.2%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +6450%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +83.3%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +829.6%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +212.5%
Contains more ZincZinc +887.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +915.8%

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 8.7% 25% 4% 3% 4% 93% 3.9% 50% 3.7% 39% 3.3% 8.3% 49%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%

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
7% 7% 55% 29% 2%
Protein: 6.84 g
Fats: 7.35 g
Carbs: 55.35 g
Water: 28.71 g
Other: 1.75 g
Contains more WaterWater +166.3%
Contains more OtherOther +244.6%
Contains more ProteinProtein +1295.9%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +225%

Carbohydrate type comparison

Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
51% 49%
Starch: 0 g
Sucrose: 0 g
Glucose: 7.57 g
Fructose: 7.38 g
Lactose: 0 g
Maltose: 0 g
Galactose: 0 g
84% 3% 10% 2%
Starch: 0 g
Sucrose: 41.77 g
Glucose: 1.7 g
Fructose: 0.32 g
Lactose: 4.92 g
Maltose: 0 g
Galactose: 1.03 g
Contains more GlucoseGlucose +345.3%
Contains more FructoseFructose +2206.3%
Contains more SucroseSucrose +∞%
Contains more LactoseLactose +∞%
Contains more GalactoseGalactose +∞%
~equal in Starch ~0g
~equal in Maltose ~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 Dulce de Leche
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Balsamic vinegar Dulce de Leche DV% diff.
Vitamin B2 0.405mg 31%
Phosphorus 19mg 193mg 25%
Calcium 27mg 251mg 22%
Saturated fat 0g 4.534g 21%
Vitamin B5 0.835mg 17%
Choline 89.1mg 16%
Protein 0.49g 6.84g 13%
Carbs 17.03g 55.35g 13%
Vitamin B12 0.31µg 13%
Calories 88kcal 315kcal 11%
Fats 0g 7.35g 11%
Cholesterol 29mg 10%
Fructose 7.38g 0.32g 9%
Vitamin A 0µg 74µg 8%
Potassium 112mg 350mg 7%
Iron 0.72mg 0.17mg 7%
Zinc 0.08mg 0.79mg 6%
Manganese 0.131mg 0.002mg 6%
Sodium 23mg 129mg 5%
Selenium 2.7µg 5%
Monounsaturated fat 2.143g 5%
Folate 11µg 3%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.375g 3%
Vitamin C 0mg 2.6mg 3%
Copper 0.026mg 0.004mg 2%
Magnesium 12mg 22mg 2%
Vitamin K 1.3µg 1%
Vitamin B1 0.016mg 1%
Vitamin B6 0.016mg 1%
Vitamin B3 0.21mg 1%
Vitamin D 0.2µg 1%
Vitamin E 0.2mg 1%
Vitamin D 6IU 1%
Net carbs 17.03g 55.35g N/A
Sugar 14.95g 49.74g N/A
Trans fat 0g 0.364g N/A
Omega-3 - EPA 0.004g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.05g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.009g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.005g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.131g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Balsamic vinegar Dulce de Leche
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
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
23%
Dulce de Leche
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Balsamic vinegar
27%
Dulce de Leche

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Dulce de Leche
Dulce de Leche is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is cheaper?
Dulce de Leche
Dulce de Leche is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Dulce de Leche
Dulce de Leche is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Dulce de Leche
Dulce de Leche is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Sugar (difference - 34.79g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 106mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.534g)

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. Dulce de Leche - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173461/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.