Benecol vs. Blue cheese dressing — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Benecol and Blue cheese dressing?
- Benecol is richer in Vitamin E , Vitamin A RAE, and Monounsaturated Fat, while Blue cheese dressing is higher in Vitamin K, Phosphorus, and Vitamin B2.
- Benecol's daily need coverage for Vitamin E is 220% higher.
- Blue cheese dressing has 98 times less Vitamin A RAE than Benecol. Benecol has 1370µg of Vitamin A RAE, while Blue cheese dressing has 14µg.
- Benecol is lower in Saturated Fat.
We used Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread and Salad dressing, blue or roquefort cheese dressing, commercial, regular 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 more MagnesiumMagnesium | +700% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +825% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +2100% |
Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1750% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
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 AVitamin A | +6156.2% |
Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +769.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +20% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +52% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein:
0 g
Fats:
38.71 g
Carbs:
5.71 g
Water:
53.73 g
Other:
1.85 g
Protein:
1.37 g
Fats:
51.1 g
Carbs:
4.77 g
Water:
39.71 g
Other:
3.05 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +19.7% |
Contains more WaterWater | +35.3% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
Contains more FatsFats | +32% |
Contains more OtherOther | +64.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.77 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
18.932 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
11.948 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
8.275 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
13.279 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
27.545 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -42.4% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +42.6% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +130.5% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Rich in minerals | |||
Lower in Sodium | |||
Rich in vitamins | |||
Lower in Cholesterol | |||
Lower in Sugar | |||
Lower in Saturated Fat | |||
Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
Lower in price | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
Nutrient | Opinion | ||
Calories | 357kcal | 484kcal | |
Protein | 0g | 1.37g | |
Fats | 38.71g | 51.1g | |
Vitamin C | 0.7mg | ||
Net carbs | 5.71g | 4.37g | |
Carbs | 5.71g | 4.77g | |
Cholesterol | 31mg | ||
Vitamin D | 3IU | ||
Magnesium | 1mg | 8mg | |
Calcium | 4mg | 37mg | |
Potassium | 4mg | 88mg | |
Iron | 0mg | 0.09mg | |
Sugar | 3.48g | ||
Fiber | 0.4g | ||
Copper | 0mg | 0.009mg | |
Zinc | 0mg | 0.21mg | |
Phosphorus | 4mg | 74mg | |
Sodium | 670mg | 642mg | |
Vitamin A | 4567IU | 73IU | |
Vitamin A RAE | 1370µg | 14µg | |
Vitamin E | 37.22mg | 4.28mg | |
Vitamin D | 0.1µg | ||
Manganese | 0mg | 0.006mg | |
Selenium | 1µg | ||
Vitamin B1 | 0.012mg | 0.01mg | |
Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.1mg | |
Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 0.1mg | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.388mg | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.037mg | |
Vitamin B12 | 0.27µg | ||
Vitamin K | 56.5µg | 85.9µg | |
Folate | 5µg | ||
Trans Fat | 2.214g | 1.34g | |
Choline | 17.9mg | ||
Saturated Fat | 4.77g | 8.275g | |
Monounsaturated Fat | 18.932g | 13.279g | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 11.948g | 27.545g | |
Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | |
Omega-3 - ALA | 1.976g | ||
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.037g | ||
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 9.557g |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
Low Calories diet | ||
Low Fats diet | ||
Low Carbs diet | ||
Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal |
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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
89%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
16%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Blue cheese dressing is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Blue cheese dressing contains less Sodium (difference - 28mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Blue cheese dressing is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Benecol is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 31mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Benecol is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.48g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Benecol is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.505g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)