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Broth vs. Limburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between broth and Limburger

  • Broth has more selenium and choline; however, Limburger has more phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, vitamin A, and zinc.
  • Daily need coverage for sodium for broth is 1003% higher.
  • Limburger has 7 times less choline than broth. Broth has 114.6mg of choline, while Limburger has 15.4mg.
  • Limburger is lower in sodium.
  • Broth has a higher glycemic index than Limburger.

Food types used in this article are Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry and Cheese, limburger.

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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 15% 149% 11% 4.9% 7% 57% 168% 104% 5% 79%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +166.7%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +141.4%
Contains more IronIron +692.3%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +294.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +93.1%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +165.8%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +2233.3%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +136.7%
Contains less SodiumSodium -96.6%

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 0% 113% 4.6% 7.5% 20% 116% 3% 71% 20% 130% 5.8% 44% 8.4%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +100%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +25%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +1457%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +16.3%
Contains more CholineCholine +644.2%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +17%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +96.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +246.7%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +81.3%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Broth
2
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
20% 27% 48% 4%
Protein: 20.05 g
Fats: 27.25 g
Carbs: 0.49 g
Water: 48.42 g
Other: 3.79 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +3575.5%
Contains more OtherOther +1197.6%
Contains more ProteinProtein +20.3%
Contains more FatsFats +96.3%
Contains more WaterWater +2033%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Broth
2
26% 40% 34%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.43 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.48 g
65% 33% 2%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 16.746 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.606 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.495 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -79.5%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +805.1%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +60.6%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Broth Limburger DV% diff.
Sodium 23875mg 800mg 1003%
Saturated fat 3.43g 16.746g 61%
Vitamin A 0µg 340µg 38%
Phosphorus 166mg 393mg 32%
Vitamin B12 0.3µg 1.04µg 31%
Calcium 187mg 497mg 31%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.48g 0.495g 27%
Cholesterol 13mg 90mg 26%
Selenium 28µg 14.5µg 25%
Fats 13.88g 27.25g 21%
Choline 114.6mg 15.4mg 18%
Zinc 0.09mg 2.1mg 18%
Vitamin B3 2.46mg 0.158mg 14%
Vitamin B5 0.6mg 1.177mg 12%
Iron 1.03mg 0.13mg 11%
Magnesium 56mg 21mg 8%
Monounsaturated fat 5.36g 8.606g 8%
Folate 32µg 58µg 7%
Protein 16.66g 20.05g 7%
Vitamin B2 0.43mg 0.503mg 6%
Carbs 18.01g 0.49g 6%
Potassium 309mg 128mg 5%
Manganese 0.15mg 0.038mg 5%
Calories 267kcal 327kcal 3%
Vitamin D 0IU 20IU 3%
Vitamin D 0µg 0.5µg 3%
Vitamin B1 0.1mg 0.08mg 2%
Vitamin E 0.46mg 0.23mg 2%
Vitamin K 0µg 2.3µg 2%
Copper 0mg 0.021mg 2%
Vitamin C 1.1mg 0mg 1%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 0.086mg 1%
Net carbs 18.01g 0.49g N/A
Sugar 17.36g 0.49g N/A
Tryptophan 0.289mg 0%
Threonine 0.739mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.219mg 0%
Leucine 2.093mg 0%
Lysine 1.675mg 0%
Methionine 0.619mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.116mg 0%
Valine 1.439mg 0%
Histidine 0.578mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Broth Limburger
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
42%
Limburger
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
352%
Broth
60%
Limburger

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Limburger
Limburger is lower in Sugar (difference - 16.87g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Limburger
Limburger contains less Sodium (difference - 23075mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Limburger
Limburger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Broth
Broth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 77mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Broth
Broth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.316g)
Which food is cheaper?
Broth
Broth is cheaper (difference - $3)
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. Limburger - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171243/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.