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Balsamic vinegar vs. Oregano — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between balsamic vinegar and oregano?

  • Oregano has more iron, manganese, calcium, copper, magnesium, vitamin A, potassium, zinc, and phosphorus than balsamic vinegar.
  • Oregano's daily need coverage for iron is 451% higher.
  • Balsamic vinegar has a higher glycemic index (50) than oregano (5).

We used Vinegar, balsamic and Spices, oregano, dried 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.
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 193% 479% 111% 1380% 211% 73% 63% 3.3% 651% 25%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +2150%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +5814.8%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1025%
Contains more IronIron +5011.1%
Contains more CopperCopper +2334.6%
Contains more ZincZinc +3262.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +678.9%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +3709.2%
~equal in Sodium ~25mg

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%
Oregano
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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 7.7% 28% 365% 0% 44% 122% 87% 55% 241% 0% 1554% 178% 18%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~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
9% 4% 69% 10% 8%
Protein: 9 g
Fats: 4.28 g
Carbs: 68.92 g
Water: 9.93 g
Other: 7.87 g
Contains more WaterWater +669.9%
Contains more ProteinProtein +1736.7%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +304.7%
Contains more OtherOther +30.5%

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
22% 46% 28% 4%
Starch: 0 g
Sucrose: 0.91 g
Glucose: 1.9 g
Fructose: 1.13 g
Lactose: 0 g
Maltose: 0 g
Galactose: 0.15 g
Contains more GlucoseGlucose +298.4%
Contains more FructoseFructose +553.1%
Contains more SucroseSucrose +∞%
Contains more GalactoseGalactose +∞%
~equal in Starch ~0g
~equal in Lactose ~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 Oregano
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Balsamic vinegar Oregano DV% diff.
Vitamin K 621.7µg 518%
Iron 0.72mg 36.8mg 451%
Manganese 0.131mg 4.99mg 211%
Fiber 42.5g 170%
Calcium 27mg 1597mg 157%
Vitamin E 18.26mg 122%
Vitamin B6 1.044mg 80%
Copper 0.026mg 0.633mg 67%
Magnesium 12mg 270mg 61%
Folate 237µg 59%
Vitamin B2 0.528mg 41%
Potassium 112mg 1260mg 34%
Vitamin B3 4.64mg 29%
Zinc 0.08mg 2.69mg 24%
Phosphorus 19mg 148mg 18%
Vitamin B5 0.921mg 18%
Carbs 17.03g 68.92g 17%
Protein 0.49g 9g 17%
Vitamin B1 0.177mg 15%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.369g 9%
Calories 88kcal 265kcal 9%
Vitamin A 0µg 85µg 9%
Selenium 4.5µg 8%
Fructose 7.38g 1.13g 8%
Saturated fat 0g 1.551g 7%
Fats 0g 4.28g 7%
Choline 32.3mg 6%
Vitamin C 0mg 2.3mg 3%
Monounsaturated fat 0.716g 2%
Net carbs 17.03g 26.42g N/A
Sugar 14.95g 4.09g N/A
Sodium 23mg 25mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.203mg 0%
Threonine 0.322mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.441mg 0%
Leucine 0.78mg 0%
Lysine 0.5mg 0%
Methionine 0.127mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.449mg 0%
Valine 0.585mg 0%
Histidine 0.144mg 0%
Omega-3 - ALA 0.621g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Balsamic vinegar Oregano
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
208%
Oregano
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Balsamic vinegar
319%
Oregano

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Oregano
Oregano is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.86g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Oregano
Oregano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Oregano
Oregano is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Oregano
Oregano is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.551g)
Which food is cheaper?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is cheaper (difference - $0.6)

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. Oregano - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171328/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.