Buttermilk vs. Honey — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between buttermilk and honey
- Buttermilk is richer than honey in phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, and vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for phosphorus for buttermilk is 12% higher.
- Honey contains less sodium.
Food types used in this article are Milk, buttermilk, fluid, cultured, lowfat and Honey.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +450% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1833.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +190.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +90.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2125% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +150% |
| Contains more IronIron | +740% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +227.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3900% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +305.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +304.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +41.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +150% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +704.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +108.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.31 g
Fats:
0.88 g
Carbs:
4.79 g
Water:
90.13 g
Other:
0.89 g
Protein:
0.3 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
82.4 g
Water:
17.1 g
Other:
0.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1003.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +427.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +345% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1620.3% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fructose | 40.94g | 51% | |
| Carbs | 4.79g | 82.4g | 26% |
| Calories | 40kcal | 304kcal | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 89mg | 4mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 116mg | 6mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.154mg | 0.038mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.22µg | 0µg | 9% |
| Sodium | 190mg | 4mg | 8% |
| Protein | 3.31g | 0.3g | 6% |
| Iron | 0.05mg | 0.42mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.275mg | 0.068mg | 4% |
| Choline | 17.7mg | 2.2mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0.08mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.034mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 151mg | 52mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.011mg | 0.036mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.548g | 0g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 14µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Selenium | 2µg | 0.8µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 2mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.42mg | 0.22mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.024mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.254g | 0g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.88g | 0g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Folate | 5µg | 2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.2g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 4.79g | 82.2g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 1IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.79g | 82.12g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.05mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.058mg | 0.121mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.033g | 0g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0.004mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.141mg | 0.004mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.171mg | 0.008mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.313mg | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.277mg | 0.008mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.087mg | 0.001mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.171mg | 0.011mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.217mg | 0.009mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.1mg | 0.001mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
9%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
6%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Honey is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Honey contains less Sodium (difference - 186mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Honey is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.548g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Honey is lower in glycemic index (difference - 61)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Buttermilk is lower in Sugar (difference - 77.33g)
Which food is cheaper?
Buttermilk is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Buttermilk is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Buttermilk is relatively richer in vitamins