Balsamic vinegar vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between balsamic vinegar and saffron?
- Saffron has more manganese, iron, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, copper, phosphorus, vitamin A, zinc, and calcium than balsamic vinegar.
- Saffron's daily need coverage for manganese is 1229% higher.
- Saffron has a higher glycemic index (70) than balsamic vinegar (50).
We used Vinegar, balsamic and Spices, saffron 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 less SodiumSodium | -84.5% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +2100% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +311.1% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1439.3% |
Contains more IronIron | +1441.7% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +1161.5% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +1262.5% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1226.3% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +21585.5% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
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:
11.43 g
Fats:
5.85 g
Carbs:
65.37 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.45 g
Contains more WaterWater | +542.4% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +2232.7% |
Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +283.9% |
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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 Sugar |
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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 Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Manganese | 0.131mg | 28.408mg | 1229% |
Iron | 0.72mg | 11.1mg | 130% |
Vitamin C | 0mg | 80.8mg | 90% |
Vitamin B6 | 1.01mg | 78% | |
Magnesium | 12mg | 264mg | 60% |
Potassium | 112mg | 1724mg | 47% |
Copper | 0.026mg | 0.328mg | 34% |
Phosphorus | 19mg | 252mg | 33% |
Folate | 93µg | 23% | |
Protein | 0.49g | 11.43g | 22% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.267mg | 21% | |
Carbs | 17.03g | 65.37g | 16% |
Fiber | 3.9g | 16% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 14% | |
Calories | 88kcal | 310kcal | 11% |
Selenium | 5.6µg | 10% | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.115mg | 10% | |
Zinc | 0.08mg | 1.09mg | 9% |
Vitamin B3 | 1.46mg | 9% | |
Fats | 0g | 5.85g | 9% |
Fructose | 7.38g | 9% | |
Calcium | 27mg | 111mg | 8% |
Saturated fat | 0g | 1.586g | 7% |
Sodium | 23mg | 148mg | 5% |
Vitamin A | 0µg | 27µg | 3% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.429g | 1% | |
Net carbs | 17.03g | 61.47g | N/A |
Sugar | 14.95g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?


is better in case of low diet
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Low Fats diet |
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Low Carbs 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
0%

54%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%

479%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.95g)
Which food is cheaper?

Saffron is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?

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

Saffron 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 - 125mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.586g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Balsamic vinegar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)