Basil vs. Mayonnaise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Basil and Mayonnaise different?
- Basil is higher in Vitamin K, Manganese, Copper, Iron, Vitamin A RAE, Vitamin C, and Calcium, however, Mayonnaise is richer in Vitamin E .
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin K from Basil is 210% higher.
- Basil has less Sodium.
Basil, fresh and Salad dressing, mayonnaise, regular 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +6300% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2112.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1375% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1409.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1926.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +440% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +166.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +16300% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +666.7% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +8015.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +240% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +21.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1837.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +154.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1260% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +310% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +200% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.15 g
Fats:
0.64 g
Carbs:
2.65 g
Water:
92.06 g
Other:
1.5 g
Protein:
0.96 g
Fats:
74.85 g
Carbs:
0.57 g
Water:
21.65 g
Other:
1.97 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +228.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +364.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +325.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +11595.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +31.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.041 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.088 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.389 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
11.703 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
16.843 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
44.69 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -99.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +19039.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +11388.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.02 g
Fructose:
0.02 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.27 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.48 g
Glucose:
0.04 g
Fructose:
0.05 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +100% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +150% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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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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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 23kcal | 680kcal |
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| Protein | 3.15g | 0.96g |
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| Fats | 0.64g | 74.85g |
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| Vitamin C | 18mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 1.05g | 0.57g |
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| Carbs | 2.65g | 0.57g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 42mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 7IU |
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| Magnesium | 64mg | 1mg |
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| Calcium | 177mg | 8mg |
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| Potassium | 295mg | 20mg |
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| Iron | 3.17mg | 0.21mg |
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| Sugar | 0.3g | 0.57g |
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| Fiber | 1.6g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.385mg | 0.019mg |
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| Zinc | 0.81mg | 0.15mg |
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| Phosphorus | 56mg | 21mg |
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| Sodium | 4mg | 635mg |
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| Vitamin A | 5275IU | 65IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 264µg | 16µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.8mg | 3.28mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 1.148mg | 0.007mg |
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| Selenium | 0.3µg | 2.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.034mg | 0.01mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.076mg | 0.019mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.902mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.209mg | 0.172mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.155mg | 0.008mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.12µg |
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| Vitamin K | 414.8µg | 163µg |
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| Folate | 68µg | 5µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0g | 0.187g |
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| Choline | 11.4mg | 34.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.041g | 11.703g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.088g | 16.843g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.389g | 44.69g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.039mg | 0.017mg |
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| Threonine | 0.104mg | 0.055mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.104mg | 0.065mg |
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| Leucine | 0.191mg | 0.095mg |
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| Lysine | 0.11mg | 0.072mg |
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| Methionine | 0.036mg | 0.035mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.13mg | 0.057mg |
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| Valine | 0.127mg | 0.074mg |
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| Histidine | 0.051mg | 0.026mg |
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| Fructose | 0.02g | 0.05g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 5.331g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.125g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.03g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 38.942g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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
121%
41%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
57%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Mayonnaise is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Basil is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 42mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Basil is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.27g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Basil contains less Sodium (difference - 631mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Basil is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 11.662g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Basil is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Basil is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Basil is relatively richer in vitamins