Buttermilk vs. Salsa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between buttermilk and salsa?
- Buttermilk is richer in calcium, vitamin B2, vitamin B12, and phosphorus, while salsa is higher in iron, vitamin A, copper, vitamin B6, and vitamin B3.
- Salsa's daily need coverage for iron is 27% higher.
- Buttermilk is lower in sodium.
We used Milk, buttermilk, fluid, cultured, lowfat and USDA Commodity, salsa types in this comparison.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +866.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +147.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +196.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -55.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +400% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +45.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +78.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +4380% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +772.7% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +413.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +47.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1762.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +338.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +280% |
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:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
7 g
Water:
89.7 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +120.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +340% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +46.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +79.8% |
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Water
~89.7g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.548 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.254 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.033 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.029 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.016 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.107 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1487.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +224.2% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.05mg | 2.24mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.154mg | 0.03mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 190mg | 430mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 116mg | 12mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.22µg | 0µg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.011mg | 0.096mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.149mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 89mg | 30mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.275mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.058mg | 1.08mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.4g | 6% |
| Folate | 5µg | 19µg | 4% |
| Potassium | 151mg | 270mg | 4% |
| Protein | 3.31g | 1.5g | 4% |
| Choline | 17.7mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 4mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 2µg | 0.4µg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.548g | 0.029g | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.42mg | 0.17mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 14µg | 28µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 16mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 4.79g | 7g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.254g | 0.016g | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.034mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.88g | 0.2g | 1% |
| Calories | 40kcal | 36kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 4.79g | 5.6g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 1IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 4.79g | N/A | |
| Vitamin E | 0.05mg | 0% | |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.033g | 0.107g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.141mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.171mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.313mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.277mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.171mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.217mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.1mg | 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%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Salsa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salsa is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.79g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Salsa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.519g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salsa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Salsa is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Buttermilk contains less Sodium (difference - 240mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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