Balsamic vinegar vs. Ginger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between balsamic vinegar and ginger
- Ginger is higher than balsamic vinegar in copper, potassium, magnesium, and vitamin C.
- Ginger covers your daily copper needs 22% more than balsamic vinegar.
- Balsamic vinegar contains 9 times more sugar than ginger. While balsamic vinegar contains 14.95g of sugar, ginger contains only 1.7g.
- The glycemic index of ginger is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Vinegar, balsamic and Ginger root, raw.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +68.8% |
Contains more IronIron | +20% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +258.3% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +270.5% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +769.2% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +325% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +78.9% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -43.5% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +74.8% |
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.
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
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:
1.82 g
Fats:
0.75 g
Carbs:
17.77 g
Water:
78.89 g
Other:
0.77 g
Contains more OtherOther | +683.1% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +271.4% |
Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
~equal in
Carbs
~17.77g
~equal in
Water
~78.89g
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 Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Lower in price |
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Rich in minerals |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Copper | 0.026mg | 0.226mg | 22% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.16mg | 12% | |
Fructose | 7.38g | 9% | |
Potassium | 112mg | 415mg | 9% |
Fiber | 2g | 8% | |
Magnesium | 12mg | 43mg | 7% |
Vitamin C | 0mg | 5mg | 6% |
Choline | 28.8mg | 5% | |
Vitamin B3 | 0.75mg | 5% | |
Manganese | 0.131mg | 0.229mg | 4% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.203mg | 4% | |
Folate | 11µg | 3% | |
Protein | 0.49g | 1.82g | 3% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.034mg | 3% | |
Phosphorus | 19mg | 34mg | 2% |
Iron | 0.72mg | 0.6mg | 2% |
Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 2% | |
Zinc | 0.08mg | 0.34mg | 2% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg | 2% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.154g | 1% | |
Fats | 0g | 0.75g | 1% |
Saturated fat | 0g | 0.203g | 1% |
Calcium | 27mg | 16mg | 1% |
Selenium | 0.7µg | 1% | |
Calories | 88kcal | 80kcal | 0% |
Carbs | 17.03g | 17.77g | 0% |
Net carbs | 17.03g | 15.77g | N/A |
Sugar | 14.95g | 1.7g | N/A |
Sodium | 23mg | 13mg | 0% |
Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.154g | 0% | |
Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.036mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.051mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.074mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.057mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.013mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.045mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.073mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.03mg | 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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9%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%

23%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Ginger is lower in Sugar (difference - 13.25g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Ginger contains less Sodium (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Ginger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is cheaper?

Ginger is cheaper (difference - $3.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Ginger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Ginger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.203g)