Italian dressing vs. Spread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Italian dressing and Spread?
- Italian dressing is richer in Vitamin E, yet Spread is richer in Monounsaturated Fat, and Polyunsaturated fat.
- Italian dressing's daily need coverage for Vitamin E is 17% higher.
We used Salad dressing, italian dressing, commercial, reduced fat and Margarine-like spread, SMART BEAT Super Light without saturated fat 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +650% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -15.3% |
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 | +151.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| 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 | +37308.3% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.39 g
Fats:
6.68 g
Carbs:
9.99 g
Water:
80.11 g
Other:
2.83 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
17.1 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
80.83 g
Other:
2.07 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +36.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +156% |
~equal in
Water
~80.83g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.833 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.725 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.236 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.22 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.6 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.98 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -62.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +340.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +23% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 102kcal | 158kcal |
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| Protein | 0.39g | 0g |
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| Fats | 6.68g | 17.1g |
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| Net carbs | 9.99g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 9.99g | 0g |
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| Magnesium | 4mg |
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| Calcium | 15mg |
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| Potassium | 90mg | 12mg |
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| Iron | 0.25mg |
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| Sugar | 9.16g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.019mg |
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| Zinc | 0.06mg |
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| Phosphorus | 12mg | 0mg |
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| Sodium | 891mg | 755mg |
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| Vitamin A | 12IU | 4489IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 4.28mg | 1.7mg |
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| Manganese | 0.029mg |
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| Selenium | 1.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.012mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.008mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.094mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.055mg |
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| Vitamin K | 12.5µg | 12.3µg |
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| Folate | 3µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.017g | 2.45g |
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| Choline | 3.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.833g | 2.22g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.725g | 7.6g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.236g | 3.98g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.006mg |
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| Threonine | 0.012mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.016mg |
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| Leucine | 0.024mg |
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| Lysine | 0.018mg |
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| Methionine | 0.008mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.013mg |
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| Valine | 0.017mg |
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| Histidine | 0.008mg |
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| Fructose | 5.05g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.441g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.017g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.758g |
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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
11%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
10%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spread is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.16g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Spread contains less Sodium (difference - 136mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Italian dressing is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.387g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Italian dressing is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Italian dressing is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Italian dressing is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)