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Horseradish vs. Balsamic vinegar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Horseradish and Balsamic vinegar

  • Horseradish is richer than Balsamic vinegar in Vitamin C, and Zinc.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin C from Horseradish is 28% higher.
  • Horseradish contains 18 times more Sodium than Balsamic vinegar. Horseradish contains 420mg of Sodium, while Balsamic vinegar contains 23mg.

Food types used in this article are Horseradish, prepared and Vinegar, balsamic.

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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 Calcium +107.4%
Contains more Magnesium +125%
Contains more Phosphorus +63.2%
Contains more Potassium +119.6%
Contains more Zinc +937.5%
Contains more Copper +123.1%
Contains more Iron +71.4%
Contains less Sodium -94.5%
Equal in Manganese - 0.131
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 17% 16% 20% 14% 22% 55% 23% 20% 17% 16%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 9% 27% 9% 9% 10% 3% 3% 9% 18% 0%
Contains more Calcium +107.4%
Contains more Magnesium +125%
Contains more Phosphorus +63.2%
Contains more Potassium +119.6%
Contains more Zinc +937.5%
Contains more Copper +123.1%
Contains more Iron +71.4%
Contains less Sodium -94.5%
Equal in Manganese - 0.131

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 1% 1% 0% 83% 2% 6% 8% 6% 17% 43% 0% 4%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +140.8%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Water +11.3%
Contains more Carbs +50.8%
Contains more Other +242.6%
11% 85% 2%
Protein: 1.18 g
Fats: 0.69 g
Carbs: 11.29 g
Water: 85.08 g
Other: 1.76 g
17% 76% 6%
Protein: 0.49 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 17.03 g
Water: 76.45 g
Other: 6.03 g
Contains more Protein +140.8%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Water +11.3%
Contains more Carbs +50.8%
Contains more Other +242.6%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Horseradish Balsamic vinegar
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Horseradish Balsamic vinegar Opinion
Net carbs 7.99g 17.03g Balsamic vinegar
Protein 1.18g 0.49g Horseradish
Fats 0.69g 0g Horseradish
Carbs 11.29g 17.03g Balsamic vinegar
Calories 48kcal 88kcal Balsamic vinegar
Fructose 7.38g Balsamic vinegar
Sugar 7.99g 14.95g Horseradish
Fiber 3.3g Horseradish
Calcium 56mg 27mg Horseradish
Iron 0.42mg 0.72mg Balsamic vinegar
Magnesium 27mg 12mg Horseradish
Phosphorus 31mg 19mg Horseradish
Potassium 246mg 112mg Horseradish
Sodium 420mg 23mg Balsamic vinegar
Zinc 0.83mg 0.08mg Horseradish
Copper 0.058mg 0.026mg Horseradish
Manganese 0.126mg 0.131mg Balsamic vinegar
Selenium 2.8µg Horseradish
Vitamin A 2IU 0IU Horseradish
Vitamin E 0.01mg Horseradish
Vitamin C 24.9mg 0mg Horseradish
Vitamin B1 0.008mg Horseradish
Vitamin B2 0.024mg Horseradish
Vitamin B3 0.386mg Horseradish
Vitamin B5 0.093mg Horseradish
Vitamin B6 0.073mg Horseradish
Folate 57µg Horseradish
Vitamin K 1.3µg Horseradish
Saturated Fat 0.09g 0g Balsamic vinegar
Monounsaturated Fat 0.13g Horseradish
Polyunsaturated fat 0.339g Horseradish

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Horseradish Balsamic vinegar
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
14%
Horseradish
0%
Balsamic vinegar
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
22%
Horseradish
9%
Balsamic vinegar

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Horseradish
Horseradish is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.96g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Horseradish
Horseradish is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
Horseradish
Horseradish is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Horseradish
Horseradish is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Horseradish
Horseradish is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 397mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.09g)

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. Horseradish - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173472/nutrients
  2. Balsamic vinegar - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172241/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.