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Balsamic vinegar vs. Swiss cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are Balsamic vinegar and Swiss cheese different?

  • Balsamic vinegar is higher in Iron, however, Swiss cheese is richer in Calcium, Phosphorus, Zinc, and Vitamin A RAE.
  • Daily need coverage for Saturated Fat from Swiss cheese is 91% higher.

Vinegar, balsamic and Cheese, swiss 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.
Contains more Iron +453.8%
Contains more Potassium +55.6%
Contains less Sodium -87.7%
Contains more Manganese +403.8%
Contains more Calcium +3196.3%
Contains more Magnesium +175%
Contains more Phosphorus +2921.1%
Contains more Zinc +5362.5%
Contains more Copper +80.8%
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 267% 5% 24% 246% 7% 25% 120% 16% 4% 164%
Contains more Iron +453.8%
Contains more Potassium +55.6%
Contains less Sodium -87.7%
Contains more Manganese +403.8%
Contains more Calcium +3196.3%
Contains more Magnesium +175%
Contains more Phosphorus +2921.1%
Contains more Zinc +5362.5%
Contains more Copper +80.8%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
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 63% 12% 0% 0% 3% 70% 2% 22% 17% 8% 383% 4%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +1082.6%
Contains more Water +103.2%
Contains more Other +102.3%
Contains more Protein +5402%
Contains more Fats +∞%
17% 76% 6%
Protein: 0.49 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 17.03 g
Water: 76.45 g
Other: 6.03 g
27% 31% 38% 3%
Protein: 26.96 g
Fats: 30.99 g
Carbs: 1.44 g
Water: 37.63 g
Other: 2.98 g
Contains more Carbs +1082.6%
Contains more Water +103.2%
Contains more Other +102.3%
Contains more Protein +5402%
Contains more Fats +∞%

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 Swiss cheese
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 Swiss cheese Opinion
Net carbs 17.03g 1.44g Balsamic vinegar
Protein 0.49g 26.96g Swiss cheese
Fats 0g 30.99g Swiss cheese
Carbs 17.03g 1.44g Balsamic vinegar
Calories 88kcal 393kcal Swiss cheese
Fructose 7.38g 0g Balsamic vinegar
Sugar 14.95g 0g Swiss cheese
Calcium 27mg 890mg Swiss cheese
Iron 0.72mg 0.13mg Balsamic vinegar
Magnesium 12mg 33mg Swiss cheese
Phosphorus 19mg 574mg Swiss cheese
Potassium 112mg 72mg Balsamic vinegar
Sodium 23mg 187mg Balsamic vinegar
Zinc 0.08mg 4.37mg Swiss cheese
Copper 0.026mg 0.047mg Swiss cheese
Manganese 0.131mg 0.026mg Balsamic vinegar
Selenium 30µg Swiss cheese
Vitamin A 0IU 1047IU Swiss cheese
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 288µg Swiss cheese
Vitamin E 0.6mg Swiss cheese
Vitamin B1 0.011mg Swiss cheese
Vitamin B2 0.302mg Swiss cheese
Vitamin B3 0.064mg Swiss cheese
Vitamin B5 0.353mg Swiss cheese
Vitamin B6 0.071mg Swiss cheese
Folate 10µg Swiss cheese
Vitamin B12 3.06µg Swiss cheese
Vitamin K 1.4µg Swiss cheese
Tryptophan 0.401mg Swiss cheese
Threonine 1.038mg Swiss cheese
Isoleucine 1.537mg Swiss cheese
Leucine 2.959mg Swiss cheese
Lysine 2.585mg Swiss cheese
Methionine 0.784mg Swiss cheese
Phenylalanine 1.662mg Swiss cheese
Valine 2.139mg Swiss cheese
Histidine 1.065mg Swiss cheese
Cholesterol 93mg Balsamic vinegar
Trans Fat 0g 0.987g Balsamic vinegar
Saturated Fat 0g 18.227g Balsamic vinegar
Omega-3 - DPA 0.018g Swiss cheese
Monounsaturated Fat 8.046g Swiss cheese
Polyunsaturated fat 1.341g Swiss cheese
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.007g Swiss cheese
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.734g Swiss cheese
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g Swiss cheese
Omega-3 - ALA 0.125g Swiss cheese
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.003g Swiss cheese
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.032g Swiss cheese

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Balsamic vinegar Swiss cheese
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
48%
Swiss cheese
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Balsamic vinegar
87%
Swiss cheese

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Swiss cheese
Swiss cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.95g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Swiss cheese
Swiss cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Swiss cheese
Swiss cheese is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Swiss cheese
Swiss cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Swiss cheese
Swiss cheese is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 164mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 93mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 18.227g)

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. Swiss cheese - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171251/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.