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Balsamic vinegar vs. Cayenne pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between Balsamic vinegar and Cayenne pepper

  • The amount of Vitamin A RAE, Iron, Vitamin C, Manganese, Potassium, Phosphorus, Copper, Magnesium, and Zinc in Cayenne pepper is higher than in Balsamic vinegar.
  • Cayenne pepper covers your daily Vitamin A RAE needs 231% more than Balsamic vinegar.

Specific food types used in this comparison are Vinegar, balsamic and Spices, pepper, red or cayenne.

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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 Sodium -23.3%
Contains more Calcium +448.1%
Contains more Iron +983.3%
Contains more Magnesium +1166.7%
Contains more Phosphorus +1442.1%
Contains more Potassium +1698.2%
Contains more Zinc +3000%
Contains more Copper +1334.6%
Contains more Manganese +1426.7%
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 45% 293% 109% 126% 178% 4% 68% 125% 261% 48%
Contains less Sodium -23.3%
Contains more Calcium +448.1%
Contains more Iron +983.3%
Contains more Magnesium +1166.7%
Contains more Phosphorus +1442.1%
Contains more Potassium +1698.2%
Contains more Zinc +3000%
Contains more Copper +1334.6%
Contains more Manganese +1426.7%

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 2497% 597% 0% 255% 82% 213% 164% 0% 566% 80% 0% 201%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Water +849.7%
Contains more Protein +2351%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Carbs +232.5%
Equal in Other - 6.04
17% 76% 6%
Protein: 0.49 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 17.03 g
Water: 76.45 g
Other: 6.03 g
12% 17% 57% 8% 6%
Protein: 12.01 g
Fats: 17.27 g
Carbs: 56.63 g
Water: 8.05 g
Other: 6.04 g
Contains more Water +849.7%
Contains more Protein +2351%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Carbs +232.5%
Equal in Other - 6.04

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 Cayenne pepper
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 Cayenne pepper Opinion
Net carbs 17.03g 29.43g Cayenne pepper
Protein 0.49g 12.01g Cayenne pepper
Fats 0g 17.27g Cayenne pepper
Carbs 17.03g 56.63g Cayenne pepper
Calories 88kcal 318kcal Cayenne pepper
Fructose 7.38g Balsamic vinegar
Sugar 14.95g 10.34g Cayenne pepper
Fiber 27.2g Cayenne pepper
Calcium 27mg 148mg Cayenne pepper
Iron 0.72mg 7.8mg Cayenne pepper
Magnesium 12mg 152mg Cayenne pepper
Phosphorus 19mg 293mg Cayenne pepper
Potassium 112mg 2014mg Cayenne pepper
Sodium 23mg 30mg Balsamic vinegar
Zinc 0.08mg 2.48mg Cayenne pepper
Copper 0.026mg 0.373mg Cayenne pepper
Manganese 0.131mg 2mg Cayenne pepper
Selenium 8.8µg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin A 0IU 41610IU Cayenne pepper
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 2081µg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin E 29.83mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin C 0mg 76.4mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B1 0.328mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B2 0.919mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B3 8.701mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B6 2.45mg Cayenne pepper
Folate 106µg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin K 80.3µg Cayenne pepper
Saturated Fat 0g 3.26g Balsamic vinegar
Monounsaturated Fat 2.75g Cayenne pepper
Polyunsaturated fat 8.37g Cayenne pepper

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Balsamic vinegar Cayenne pepper
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
388%
Cayenne pepper
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Balsamic vinegar
125%
Cayenne pepper

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.61g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is cheaper?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.26g)

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. Cayenne pepper - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170932/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.