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Brussels sprout vs. Balsamic vinegar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between Brussels sprout and Balsamic vinegar?

  • The amount of Vitamin C, Manganese, Iron, Potassium, and Phosphorus in Brussels sprout is higher than in Balsamic vinegar.
  • Brussels sprout's daily need coverage for Vitamin C is 94% more.
  • Balsamic vinegar contains 4 times less Phosphorus than Brussels sprout. Brussels sprout contains 69mg of Phosphorus, while Balsamic vinegar contains 19mg.
  • Brussels sprout has less Sugar.

We used Brussels sprouts, raw and Vinegar, balsamic 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.
Contains more Calcium +55.6%
Contains more Iron +94.4%
Contains more Magnesium +91.7%
Contains more Phosphorus +263.2%
Contains more Potassium +247.3%
Contains more Zinc +425%
Contains more Copper +169.2%
Contains more Manganese +157.3%
Equal in Sodium - 23
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 13% 53% 17% 30% 35% 4% 12% 24% 44% 9%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 9% 27% 9% 9% 10% 3% 3% 9% 18% 0%
Contains more Calcium +55.6%
Contains more Iron +94.4%
Contains more Magnesium +91.7%
Contains more Phosphorus +263.2%
Contains more Potassium +247.3%
Contains more Zinc +425%
Contains more Copper +169.2%
Contains more Manganese +157.3%
Equal in Sodium - 23

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 46% 18% 0% 284% 35% 21% 14% 19% 51% 46% 0% 443%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +589.8%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Water +12.5%
Contains more Carbs +90.3%
Contains more Other +340.1%
3% 9% 86%
Protein: 3.38 g
Fats: 0.3 g
Carbs: 8.95 g
Water: 86 g
Other: 1.37 g
17% 76% 6%
Protein: 0.49 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 17.03 g
Water: 76.45 g
Other: 6.03 g
Contains more Protein +589.8%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Water +12.5%
Contains more Carbs +90.3%
Contains more Other +340.1%

Carbohydrate type comparison

Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Sucrose +∞%
Contains more Glucose +834.6%
Contains more Fructose +693.5%
21% 37% 42%
Starch: 0 g
Sucrose: 0.46 g
Glucose: 0.81 g
Fructose: 0.93 g
Lactose: 0 g
Maltose: 0 g
Galactose: 0 g
51% 49%
Starch: 0 g
Sucrose: 0 g
Glucose: 7.57 g
Fructose: 7.38 g
Lactose: 0 g
Maltose: 0 g
Galactose: 0 g
Contains more Sucrose +∞%
Contains more Glucose +834.6%
Contains more Fructose +693.5%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Brussels sprout Balsamic vinegar Opinion
Net carbs 5.15g 17.03g Balsamic vinegar
Protein 3.38g 0.49g Brussels sprout
Fats 0.3g 0g Brussels sprout
Carbs 8.95g 17.03g Balsamic vinegar
Calories 43kcal 88kcal Balsamic vinegar
Fructose 0.93g 7.38g Balsamic vinegar
Sugar 2.2g 14.95g Brussels sprout
Fiber 3.8g Brussels sprout
Calcium 42mg 27mg Brussels sprout
Iron 1.4mg 0.72mg Brussels sprout
Magnesium 23mg 12mg Brussels sprout
Phosphorus 69mg 19mg Brussels sprout
Potassium 389mg 112mg Brussels sprout
Sodium 25mg 23mg Balsamic vinegar
Zinc 0.42mg 0.08mg Brussels sprout
Copper 0.07mg 0.026mg Brussels sprout
Manganese 0.337mg 0.131mg Brussels sprout
Selenium 1.6µg Brussels sprout
Vitamin A 754IU 0IU Brussels sprout
Vitamin A RAE 38µg 0µg Brussels sprout
Vitamin E 0.88mg Brussels sprout
Vitamin C 85mg 0mg Brussels sprout
Vitamin B1 0.139mg Brussels sprout
Vitamin B2 0.09mg Brussels sprout
Vitamin B3 0.745mg Brussels sprout
Vitamin B5 0.309mg Brussels sprout
Vitamin B6 0.219mg Brussels sprout
Folate 61µg Brussels sprout
Vitamin K 177µg Brussels sprout
Tryptophan 0.037mg Brussels sprout
Threonine 0.12mg Brussels sprout
Isoleucine 0.132mg Brussels sprout
Leucine 0.152mg Brussels sprout
Lysine 0.154mg Brussels sprout
Methionine 0.032mg Brussels sprout
Phenylalanine 0.098mg Brussels sprout
Valine 0.155mg Brussels sprout
Histidine 0.076mg Brussels sprout
Saturated Fat 0.062g 0g Balsamic vinegar
Monounsaturated Fat 0.023g Brussels sprout
Polyunsaturated fat 153g Brussels sprout

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Brussels sprout Balsamic vinegar
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
81%
Brussels sprout
0%
Balsamic vinegar
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
Brussels sprout
9%
Balsamic vinegar

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Brussels sprout
Brussels sprout is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.75g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brussels sprout
Brussels sprout is cheaper (difference - $3.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brussels sprout
Brussels sprout is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brussels sprout
Brussels sprout is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.062g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)

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. Brussels sprout - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170383/nutrients
  2. Balsamic vinegar - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172241/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.