Eggnog vs. Buttermilk — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between eggnog and buttermilk
- Eggnog is higher than buttermilk in vitamin B12, vitamin D, choline, and monounsaturated fat.
- Eggnog covers your daily cholesterol needs 18% more than buttermilk.
- Eggnog contains 49 times more vitamin D than buttermilk. While eggnog contains 49IU of vitamin D, buttermilk contains only 1IU.
- The amount of cholesterol in buttermilk is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Eggnog and Milk, buttermilk, fluid, cultured, lowfat.
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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 | +72.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +12.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +300% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +18.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +22.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -71.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +150% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +110% |
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 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +321.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +320% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +23.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +81% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +51.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +47.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +104.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +200% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +194.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +400% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.55 g
Fats:
4.19 g
Carbs:
8.05 g
Water:
82.54 g
Other:
0.67 g
Protein:
3.31 g
Fats:
0.88 g
Carbs:
4.79 g
Water:
90.13 g
Other:
0.89 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +37.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +376.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +68.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +32.8% |
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Water
~90.13g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.591 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.302 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.198 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.548 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.254 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.033 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +412.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +500% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -78.8% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 59mg | 4mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.45µg | 0.22µg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2.591g | 0.548g | 9% |
| Choline | 52.2mg | 17.7mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 49IU | 1IU | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 1.2µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Sodium | 54mg | 190mg | 6% |
| Fats | 4.19g | 0.88g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 59µg | 14µg | 5% |
| Selenium | 4.2µg | 2µg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.302g | 0.254g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.417mg | 0.275mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.154mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 109mg | 89mg | 3% |
| Calories | 88kcal | 40kcal | 2% |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 11mg | 2% |
| Protein | 4.55g | 3.31g | 2% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 0.05mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.21mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 130mg | 116mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.198g | 0.033g | 1% |
| Carbs | 8.05g | 4.79g | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.034mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.5mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Folate | 1µg | 5µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 8.05g | 4.79g | N/A |
| Potassium | 165mg | 151mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 8.05g | 4.79g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.013mg | 0.011mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.46mg | 0.42mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.005mg | 0.002mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.034mg | 0.034mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.105mg | 0.058mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0.1µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0.042mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.201mg | 0.141mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.237mg | 0.171mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.383mg | 0.313mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.257mg | 0.277mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.12mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.225mg | 0.171mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.289mg | 0.217mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.108mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.04g | 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
17%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
15%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Eggnog contains less Sodium (difference - 136mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Eggnog is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Eggnog is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Eggnog is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Buttermilk is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 55mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Buttermilk is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.26g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Buttermilk is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.043g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)