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Balsamic vinegar vs. Pound cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are balsamic vinegar and pound cake different?

  • Pound cake has more phosphorus and iron than balsamic vinegar.
  • Daily need coverage for saturated fat for pound cake is 24% higher.
  • Balsamic vinegar has less sugar.

Vinegar, balsamic and Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) are the varieties 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.
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 5.7% 14% 13% 56% 14% 12% 60% 49% 14% 27%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +50%
Contains less SodiumSodium -93.9%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +19.1%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +74.1%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +33%
Contains more IronIron +105.6%
Contains more CopperCopper +61.5%
Contains more ZincZinc +437.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +636.8%

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 0% 23% 13% 12% 43% 57% 30% 29% 8.3% 45% 4.3% 32% 36%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

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
5% 14% 54% 26%
Protein: 5 g
Fats: 13.96 g
Carbs: 53.64 g
Water: 25.87 g
Other: 1.53 g
Contains more WaterWater +195.5%
Contains more OtherOther +294.1%
Contains more ProteinProtein +920.4%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +215%

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
34% 60% 3%
Starch: 17.36 g
Sucrose: 30.68 g
Glucose: 0.75 g
Fructose: 0.33 g
Lactose: 1.27 g
Maltose: 0.33 g
Galactose: 0 g
Contains more GlucoseGlucose +909.3%
Contains more FructoseFructose +2136.4%
Contains more StarchStarch +∞%
Contains more SucroseSucrose +∞%
Contains more LactoseLactose +∞%
Contains more MaltoseMaltose +∞%
~equal in Galactose ~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 Pound cake
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Balsamic vinegar Pound cake DV% diff.
Polyunsaturated fat 3.419g 23%
Cholesterol 66mg 22%
Saturated fat 0g 4.811g 22%
Fats 0g 13.96g 21%
Vitamin B2 0.249mg 19%
Phosphorus 19mg 140mg 17%
Vitamin B12 0.36µg 15%
Threonine 153mg 15%
Sodium 23mg 377mg 15%
Vitamin B1 0.173mg 14%
Calories 88kcal 353kcal 13%
Carbs 17.03g 53.64g 12%
Choline 65.6mg 12%
Folate 42µg 11%
Vitamin B5 0.485mg 10%
Iron 0.72mg 1.48mg 10%
Vitamin B3 1.615mg 10%
Protein 0.49g 5g 9%
Selenium 5µg 9%
Fructose 7.38g 0.33g 9%
Monounsaturated fat 3.02g 8%
Vitamin A 0µg 70µg 8%
Starch 17.36g 7%
Vitamin E 0.65mg 4%
Vitamin D 0.8µg 4%
Vitamin D 34IU 4%
Vitamin B6 0.036mg 3%
Zinc 0.08mg 0.43mg 3%
Copper 0.026mg 0.042mg 2%
Fiber 0.6g 2%
Calcium 27mg 47mg 2%
Manganese 0.131mg 0.11mg 1%
Vitamin K 1.7µg 1%
Potassium 112mg 149mg 1%
Magnesium 12mg 8mg 1%
Net carbs 17.03g 53.04g N/A
Sugar 14.95g 33.36g N/A
Trans fat 0g 0.192g N/A
Tryptophan 0.041mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.204mg 0%
Leucine 0.397mg 0%
Lysine 0.198mg 0%
Methionine 0.117mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.239mg 0%
Valine 0.249mg 0%
Histidine 0.117mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.001g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.007g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.372g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.005g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.015g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.008g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.004g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 2.895g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Balsamic vinegar Pound cake
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
26%
Pound cake
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Balsamic vinegar
26%
Pound cake

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Pound cake
Pound cake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Pound cake
Pound cake is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pound cake
Pound cake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.41g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 354mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.811g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)

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. Pound cake - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172704/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.