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Broth vs. Peppermint — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between broth and peppermint

  • Broth has more phosphorus; however, peppermint has more vitamin A, iron, manganese, copper, vitamin C, fiber, and folate.
  • Daily need coverage for sodium for broth is 1037% higher.
  • Peppermint has 14 times less saturated fat than broth. Broth has 3.43g of saturated fat, while peppermint has 0.246g.
  • Peppermint is lower in sodium.
  • Peppermint has a higher glycemic index than broth.

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

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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 57% 73% 50% 191% 110% 30% 31% 4% 153% 0%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +127.4%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +42.9%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +29.9%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +84.1%
Contains more IronIron +393.2%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +1133.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.9%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +684%

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 106% 71% 0% 0% 21% 61% 32% 20% 30% 0% 0% 86% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +22%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +61.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +44.2%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +77.5%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +2790.9%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +29%
Contains more FolateFolate +256.3%
~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% 15% 79% 2%
Protein: 3.75 g
Fats: 0.94 g
Carbs: 14.89 g
Water: 78.65 g
Other: 1.77 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +344.3%
Contains more FatsFats +1376.6%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +21%
Contains more OtherOther +2678.5%
Contains more WaterWater +3364.8%

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
31% 4% 65%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.246 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.033 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.508 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +16142.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +781.9%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -92.8%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Broth Peppermint DV% diff.
Sodium 23875mg 31mg 1037%
Selenium 28µg 51%
Iron 1.03mg 5.08mg 51%
Manganese 0.15mg 1.176mg 45%
Copper 0mg 0.329mg 37%
Vitamin C 1.1mg 31.8mg 34%
Fiber 0g 8g 32%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.48g 0.508g 26%
Protein 16.66g 3.75g 26%
Vitamin A 0µg 212µg 24%
Folate 32µg 114µg 21%
Choline 114.6mg 21%
Fats 13.88g 0.94g 20%
Saturated fat 3.43g 0.246g 14%
Vitamin B2 0.43mg 0.266mg 13%
Monounsaturated fat 5.36g 0.033g 13%
Phosphorus 166mg 73mg 13%
Vitamin B12 0.3µg 0µg 13%
Calories 267kcal 70kcal 10%
Zinc 0.09mg 1.11mg 9%
Potassium 309mg 569mg 8%
Calcium 187mg 243mg 6%
Magnesium 56mg 80mg 6%
Vitamin B3 2.46mg 1.706mg 5%
Vitamin B5 0.6mg 0.338mg 5%
Cholesterol 13mg 0mg 4%
Vitamin E 0.46mg 3%
Vitamin B1 0.1mg 0.082mg 2%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 0.129mg 2%
Carbs 18.01g 14.89g 1%
Net carbs 18.01g 6.89g N/A
Sugar 17.36g N/A
Tryptophan 0.058mg 0%
Threonine 0.154mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.154mg 0%
Leucine 0.281mg 0%
Lysine 0.161mg 0%
Methionine 0.053mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.191mg 0%
Valine 0.187mg 0%
Histidine 0.075mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Broth Peppermint
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
33%
Peppermint
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
352%
Broth
70%
Peppermint

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Peppermint
Peppermint is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peppermint
Peppermint is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peppermint
Peppermint contains less Sodium (difference - 23844mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peppermint
Peppermint is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.184g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Peppermint
Peppermint is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Broth
Broth is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is cheaper?
Broth
Broth is cheaper (difference - $3.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Broth
Broth is relatively richer in vitamins

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. Peppermint - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173474/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.