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Broth vs. Arrowroot — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between broth and arrowroot?

  • Broth is higher in selenium, vitamin B2, calcium, and vitamin B12, yet arrowroot is higher in folate, iron, copper, and vitamin B6.
  • Broth's daily need coverage for sodium is 1037% more.
  • The amount of sodium in arrowroot is lower.
  • The glycemic index of broth is lower.

We used Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry and Arrowroot, raw types 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.
Broth
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 40% 56% 27% 39% 0% 2.5% 71% 3114% 20% 153%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 18% 1.8% 40% 83% 40% 17% 42% 3.4% 23% 3.8%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +124%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +3016.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +69.4%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +3900%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +46.9%
Contains more IronIron +115.5%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +600%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.9%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +16%

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.
Broth
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 3.7% 0% 9.2% 0% 25% 99% 46% 36% 23% 38% 0% 24% 63%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 6.3% 0.33% 0% 0% 36% 14% 32% 18% 61% 0% 0% 254% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +628.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +45.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +105.5%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +72.7%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +43%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +166%
Contains more FolateFolate +956.3%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Broth
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17% 14% 18% 2% 49%
Protein: 16.66 g
Fats: 13.88 g
Carbs: 18.01 g
Water: 2.27 g
Other: 49.18 g
4% 13% 81%
Protein: 4.24 g
Fats: 0.2 g
Carbs: 13.39 g
Water: 80.75 g
Other: 1.42 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +292.9%
Contains more FatsFats +6840%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +34.5%
Contains more OtherOther +3363.4%
Contains more WaterWater +3457.3%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Broth
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26% 40% 34%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.43 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.48 g
29% 3% 68%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.039 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.004 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.092 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +133900%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +4769.6%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -98.9%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Broth Arrowroot
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Broth Arrowroot DV% diff.
Sodium 23875mg 26mg 1037%
Folate 32µg 338µg 77%
Selenium 28µg 0.7µg 50%
Vitamin B2 0.43mg 0.059mg 29%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.48g 0.092g 29%
Protein 16.66g 4.24g 25%
Fats 13.88g 0.2g 21%
Choline 114.6mg 21%
Calcium 187mg 6mg 18%
Iron 1.03mg 2.22mg 15%
Saturated fat 3.43g 0.039g 15%
Vitamin B12 0.3µg 0µg 13%
Monounsaturated fat 5.36g 0.004g 13%
Copper 0mg 0.121mg 13%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 0.266mg 13%
Calories 267kcal 65kcal 10%
Phosphorus 166mg 98mg 10%
Magnesium 56mg 25mg 7%
Vitamin B5 0.6mg 0.292mg 6%
Zinc 0.09mg 0.63mg 5%
Fiber 0g 1.3g 5%
Vitamin B3 2.46mg 1.693mg 5%
Cholesterol 13mg 0mg 4%
Potassium 309mg 454mg 4%
Vitamin B1 0.1mg 0.143mg 4%
Vitamin E 0.46mg 3%
Carbs 18.01g 13.39g 2%
Vitamin C 1.1mg 1.9mg 1%
Manganese 0.15mg 0.174mg 1%
Net carbs 18.01g 12.09g N/A
Sugar 17.36g N/A
Vitamin A 0µg 1µg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Broth Arrowroot
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
28%
Broth
32%
Arrowroot
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
352%
Broth
27%
Arrowroot

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Broth
Broth is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arrowroot
Arrowroot is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arrowroot
Arrowroot is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arrowroot
Arrowroot contains less Sodium (difference - 23849mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Arrowroot
Arrowroot is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.391g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
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.

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. Broth - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171562/nutrients
  2. Arrowroot - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168490/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.