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Broth vs. Mushroom gravy — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between broth and mushroom gravy

  • Broth is higher in selenium, vitamin B2, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, vitamin B12, and vitamin B3; however, mushroom gravy is richer in copper.
  • Broth's daily need coverage for sodium is 1013% higher.
  • Mushroom gravy has less sodium.

The food types used in this comparison are Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry and Gravy, mushroom, canned.

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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 1.4% 2.1% 9.4% 25% 33% 19% 6.4% 74% 39% 10%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +2700%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +2571.4%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +191.5%
Contains more IronIron +56.1%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1006.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +1373.7%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +677.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -97.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +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.
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% 0% 0% 0% 8.3% 15% 13% 66% 4.6% 0% 0% 9% 0%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +203%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +582.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +266.6%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +400%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +166.7%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +83.3%
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~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
3% 5% 89%
Protein: 1.26 g
Fats: 2.71 g
Carbs: 5.47 g
Water: 89 g
Other: 1.56 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +1222.2%
Contains more FatsFats +412.2%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +229.3%
Contains more OtherOther +3052.6%
Contains more WaterWater +3820.7%

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
15% 45% 39%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.4 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.17 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.02 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +358.1%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +339.2%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -88.3%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Broth Mushroom gravy DV% diff.
Sodium 23875mg 570mg 1013%
Selenium 28µg 1.9µg 47%
Protein 16.66g 1.26g 31%
Vitamin B2 0.43mg 0.063mg 28%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.48g 1.02g 23%
Phosphorus 166mg 15mg 22%
Choline 114.6mg 21%
Calcium 187mg 7mg 18%
Fats 13.88g 2.71g 17%
Saturated fat 3.43g 0.4g 14%
Magnesium 56mg 2mg 13%
Vitamin B12 0.3µg 0µg 13%
Calories 267kcal 50kcal 11%
Copper 0mg 0.1mg 11%
Vitamin B3 2.46mg 0.671mg 11%
Monounsaturated fat 5.36g 1.17g 10%
Vitamin B5 0.6mg 1.1mg 10%
Manganese 0.15mg 0.3mg 7%
Vitamin B1 0.1mg 0.033mg 6%
Zinc 0.09mg 0.7mg 6%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 0.02mg 6%
Potassium 309mg 106mg 6%
Folate 32µg 12µg 5%
Iron 1.03mg 0.66mg 5%
Carbs 18.01g 5.47g 4%
Cholesterol 13mg 0mg 4%
Vitamin E 0.46mg 3%
Fiber 0g 0.4g 2%
Vitamin C 1.1mg 0mg 1%
Net carbs 18.01g 5.07g N/A
Sugar 17.36g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Broth Mushroom gravy
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
9%
Mushroom gravy
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
352%
Broth
22%
Mushroom gravy

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mushroom gravy
Mushroom gravy is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mushroom gravy
Mushroom gravy is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mushroom gravy
Mushroom gravy contains less Sodium (difference - 23305mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mushroom gravy
Mushroom gravy is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.03g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mushroom gravy
Mushroom gravy is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Broth
Broth is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Broth
Broth is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Mushroom gravy - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171170/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.