Benecol vs. Palm kernel oil — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between Benecol and Palm kernel oil
- The amount of Vitamin E, Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Polyunsaturated fat, and Monounsaturated Fat in Benecol is higher than in Palm kernel oil.
- Palm kernel oil covers your daily Saturated Fat needs 384% more than Benecol.
- Palm kernel oil contains less Sodium.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread and Vegetable oil, palm kernel.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +876.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +128.7% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
38.71 g
Carbs:
5.71 g
Water:
53.73 g
Other:
1.85 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
100 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
0 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +158.3% |
~equal in
Protein
~0g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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
81.5 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
11.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.6 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -94.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +66.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +646.8% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 357kcal | 862kcal |
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| Fats | 38.71g | 100g |
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| Net carbs | 5.71g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 5.71g | 0g |
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| Magnesium | 1mg | 0mg |
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| Calcium | 4mg | 0mg |
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| Potassium | 4mg | 0mg |
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| Phosphorus | 4mg | 0mg |
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| Sodium | 670mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin A | 4567IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1370µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 37.22mg | 3.81mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.012mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin K | 56.5µg | 24.7µg |
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| Trans Fat | 2.214g |
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| Choline | 0.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.77g | 81.5g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 18.932g | 11.4g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 11.948g | 1.6g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.976g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.037g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 9.557g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| 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%
11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
0%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Palm kernel oil contains less Sodium (difference - 670mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Benecol is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Benecol is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Benecol is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 76.73g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Benecol is relatively richer in minerals
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 ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.