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Balsamic vinegar vs. Lentil soup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Balsamic vinegar and Lentil soup?

  • Lentil soup has more Phosphorus than Balsamic vinegar.
  • Lentil soup's daily need coverage for Sodium is 22% higher.
  • Balsamic vinegar is lower in Sodium.

We used Vinegar, balsamic and Soup, lentil with ham, canned, ready-to-serve types in this comparison.

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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 Calcium +58.8%
Contains more Magnesium +33.3%
Contains less Sodium -95.7%
Contains more Iron +48.6%
Contains more Phosphorus +289.5%
Contains more Potassium +28.6%
Contains more Zinc +275%
Contains more Copper +169.2%
Equal in Manganese - 0.12
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 6% 41% 7% 32% 13% 70% 9% 24% 16% 2%
Contains more Calcium +58.8%
Contains more Magnesium +33.3%
Contains less Sodium -95.7%
Contains more Iron +48.6%
Contains more Phosphorus +289.5%
Contains more Potassium +28.6%
Contains more Zinc +275%
Contains more Copper +169.2%
Equal in Manganese - 0.12

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 9% 0% 0% 6% 18% 11% 11% 9% 21% 15% 15% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +108.7%
Contains more Other +390.2%
Contains more Protein +663.3%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Water +12.2%
17% 76% 6%
Protein: 0.49 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 17.03 g
Water: 76.45 g
Other: 6.03 g
4% 8% 86%
Protein: 3.74 g
Fats: 1.12 g
Carbs: 8.16 g
Water: 85.75 g
Other: 1.23 g
Contains more Carbs +108.7%
Contains more Other +390.2%
Contains more Protein +663.3%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Water +12.2%

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 Lentil soup
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Balsamic vinegar Lentil soup Opinion
Net carbs 17.03g 8.16g Balsamic vinegar
Protein 0.49g 3.74g Lentil soup
Fats 0g 1.12g Lentil soup
Carbs 17.03g 8.16g Balsamic vinegar
Calories 88kcal 56kcal Balsamic vinegar
Fructose 7.38g Balsamic vinegar
Sugar 14.95g Lentil soup
Calcium 27mg 17mg Balsamic vinegar
Iron 0.72mg 1.07mg Lentil soup
Magnesium 12mg 9mg Balsamic vinegar
Phosphorus 19mg 74mg Lentil soup
Potassium 112mg 144mg Lentil soup
Sodium 23mg 532mg Balsamic vinegar
Zinc 0.08mg 0.3mg Lentil soup
Copper 0.026mg 0.07mg Lentil soup
Manganese 0.131mg 0.12mg Balsamic vinegar
Selenium 0.3µg Lentil soup
Vitamin A 0IU 145IU Lentil soup
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 7µg Lentil soup
Vitamin C 0mg 1.7mg Lentil soup
Vitamin B1 0.07mg Lentil soup
Vitamin B2 0.045mg Lentil soup
Vitamin B3 0.545mg Lentil soup
Vitamin B5 0.14mg Lentil soup
Vitamin B6 0.09mg Lentil soup
Folate 20µg Lentil soup
Vitamin B12 0.12µg Lentil soup
Cholesterol 3mg Balsamic vinegar
Saturated Fat 0g 0.45g Balsamic vinegar
Monounsaturated Fat 0.52g Lentil soup
Polyunsaturated fat 0.13g Lentil soup

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Balsamic vinegar Lentil soup
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%
Lentil soup
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Balsamic vinegar
21%
Lentil soup

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lentil soup
Lentil soup is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.95g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lentil soup
Lentil soup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 6)
Which food is cheaper?
Lentil soup
Lentil soup is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lentil soup
Lentil soup is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lentil soup
Lentil soup is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 509mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.45g)

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. Lentil soup - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171549/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.