Balsamic vinegar vs. Mashed potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are balsamic vinegar and mashed potato different?
- Balsamic vinegar has more iron; however, mashed potato is richer in phosphorus and potassium.
- Mashed potato covers your daily need for sodium, 12% more than balsamic vinegar.
- Balsamic vinegar has 30 times more sugar than mashed potato. Balsamic vinegar has 14.95g of sugar, while mashed potato has 0.5g.
- Mashed potato has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of mashed potato is 87, while the glycemic index of balsamic vinegar is 50.
Vinegar, balsamic and Fast foods, potato, mashed 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.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more IronIron | +132.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +33.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +25% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +155.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +34.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +175% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +210.5% |
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 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:
1.65 g
Fats:
2.82 g
Carbs:
14.65 g
Water:
79.62 g
Other:
1.26 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +16.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +378.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +236.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
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Water
~79.62g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
7.57 g
Fructose:
7.38 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
12.1 g
Sucrose:
0.1 g
Glucose:
0.2 g
Fructose:
0.2 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +3685% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +3590% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
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Lactose
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Maltose
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Galactose
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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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 23mg | 306mg | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.342g | 9% | |
| Fructose | 7.38g | 0.2g | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 7% | |
| Phosphorus | 19mg | 59mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 112mg | 286mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.72mg | 0.31mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 5% | |
| Starch | 12.1g | 5% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 43µg | 5% |
| Fats | 0g | 2.82g | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 3% | |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0.577g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 3% | |
| Folate | 9µg | 2% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.72g | 2% | |
| Choline | 13.4mg | 2% | |
| Protein | 0.49g | 1.65g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 1% | |
| Manganese | 0.131mg | 0.098mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.08mg | 0.22mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.026mg | 0.035mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 17.03g | 14.65g | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 1% | |
| Calories | 88kcal | 89kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 17.03g | 13.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 14.95g | 0.5g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.105g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.174g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.146g | N/A |
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
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15%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mashed potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.45g)
Which food is cheaper?
Mashed potato is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mashed potato is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mashed potato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 283mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.577g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Balsamic vinegar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 37)