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Chowder vs. Broth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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A recap on differences between chowder and broth

  • Chowder has more vitamin A; however, broth is higher in monounsaturated fat and polyunsaturated fat.
  • Broth covers your daily sodium needs 1025% more than chowder.
  • Chowder has less saturated fat.
  • The glycemic index of broth is higher.

Food varieties used in this article are Soup, chicken corn chowder, chunky, ready-to-serve, single brand and Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 39% 0% 0%
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%
Contains less SodiumSodium -98.7%
~equal in Copper ~0mg

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.
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% 19% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
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%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
3% 6% 8% 82%
Protein: 3.1 g
Fats: 6.3 g
Carbs: 7.5 g
Water: 82.1 g
Other: 1 g
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
Contains more WaterWater +3516.7%
Contains more ProteinProtein +437.4%
Contains more FatsFats +120.3%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +140.1%
Contains more OtherOther +4818%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
36% 26% 39%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.75 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.9 g
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
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -49%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +322%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +135.8%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Chowder Broth
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 Chowder Broth DV% diff.
Sodium 299mg 23875mg 1025%
Selenium 28µg 51%
Vitamin B2 0.43mg 33%
Protein 3.1g 16.66g 27%
Phosphorus 166mg 24%
Choline 114.6mg 21%
Calcium 187mg 19%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.9g 4.48g 17%
Vitamin B3 2.46mg 15%
Magnesium 56mg 13%
Iron 1.03mg 13%
Vitamin B12 0.3µg 13%
Fats 6.3g 13.88g 12%
Vitamin B5 0.6mg 12%
Monounsaturated fat 1.27g 5.36g 10%
Potassium 309mg 9%
Saturated fat 1.75g 3.43g 8%
Folate 32µg 8%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 8%
Calories 99kcal 267kcal 8%
Vitamin B1 0.1mg 8%
Manganese 0.15mg 7%
Vitamin A 58µg 0µg 6%
Carbs 7.5g 18.01g 4%
Fiber 0.9g 0g 4%
Vitamin E 0.46mg 3%
Vitamin C 1.1mg 1%
Cholesterol 11mg 13mg 1%
Zinc 0.09mg 1%
Net carbs 6.6g 18.01g N/A
Sugar 17.36g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
Chowder Broth
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
1%
Chowder
28%
Broth
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
4%
Chowder
352%
Broth

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chowder
Chowder is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chowder
Chowder is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chowder
Chowder contains less Sodium (difference - 23576mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chowder
Chowder is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.68g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chowder
Chowder is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
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. Chowder - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171585/nutrients
  2. Broth - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171562/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.