French dressing vs. Benecol — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between French dressing and Benecol?
- French dressing is higher in Copper, and Iron, yet Benecol is higher in Vitamin E, Vitamin A, Vitamin K, and Monounsaturated Fat.
- Benecol's daily need coverage for Vitamin E is 241% more.
- The amount of Sodium in Benecol is lower.
We used Salad dressing, french dressing, reduced fat and Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +700% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +175% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +2575% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +300% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -20% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +744.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +3622% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +217.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.58 g
Fats:
11.52 g
Carbs:
31.22 g
Water:
54.28 g
Other:
2.4 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
38.71 g
Carbs:
5.71 g
Water:
53.73 g
Other:
1.85 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +446.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +29.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +236% |
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Water
~53.73g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.842 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.518 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.852 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.77 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
18.932 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
11.948 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -82.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +319% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +210.2% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 222kcal | 357kcal |
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| Protein | 0.58g | 0g |
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| Fats | 11.52g | 38.71g |
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| Vitamin C | 4.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 29.72g | 5.71g |
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| Carbs | 31.22g | 5.71g |
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| Magnesium | 8mg | 1mg |
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| Calcium | 11mg | 4mg |
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| Potassium | 107mg | 4mg |
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| Iron | 0.73mg | 0mg |
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| Sugar | 16.86g |
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| Fiber | 1.5g |
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| Copper | 0.16mg | 0mg |
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| Zinc | 0.2mg | 0mg |
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| Phosphorus | 16mg | 4mg |
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| Sodium | 838mg | 670mg |
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| Vitamin A | 541IU | 4567IU |
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| Vitamin A | 27µg | 1370µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1mg | 37.22mg |
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| Manganese | 0.11mg | 0mg |
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| Selenium | 1.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.024mg | 0.012mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.052mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.467mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.055mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin K | 17.8µg | 56.5µg |
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| Folate | 2µg |
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| Trans Fat | 2.214g |
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| Choline | 4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.842g | 4.77g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.518g | 18.932g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.852g | 11.948g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.003mg |
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| Threonine | 0.014mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.01mg |
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| Leucine | 0.015mg |
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| Lysine | 0.017mg |
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| Methionine | 0.002mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.016mg |
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| Valine | 0.01mg |
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| Histidine | 0.008mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.976g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.037g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 9.557g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
12%
89%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
9%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
French dressing is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
French dressing is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.928g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
French dressing is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Benecol is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Benecol is lower in Sugar (difference - 16.86g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Benecol contains less Sodium (difference - 168mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)