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Jerky vs. Balsamic vinegar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between jerky and balsamic vinegar

  • Balsamic vinegar contains less zinc, iron, phosphorus, copper, potassium, and magnesium than jerky.
  • Jerky's daily need coverage for sodium is 89% higher.
  • Jerky has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of jerky is 0, while the glycemic index of balsamic vinegar is 50.

The food types used in this comparison are Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed 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.
Jerky
7
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 36% 6% 53% 203% 76% 221% 174% 271% 14% 58%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 8.6% 8.1% 9.9% 27% 8.7% 2.2% 8.1% 3% 17% 0%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +325%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +433%
Contains more IronIron +652.8%
Contains more CopperCopper +773.1%
Contains more ZincZinc +10037.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +2042.1%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +35%
Contains less SodiumSodium -98.9%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +18%

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.
Jerky
11
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% 0% 9.8% 4.5% 39% 33% 32% 9.8% 41% 124% 5.8% 101% 60%
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% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Jerky
3
33% 26% 11% 23% 7%
Protein: 33.2 g
Fats: 25.6 g
Carbs: 11 g
Water: 23.36 g
Other: 6.84 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 ProteinProtein +6675.5%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +13.4%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +54.8%
Contains more WaterWater +227.3%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Jerky Balsamic vinegar DV% diff.
Sodium 2081mg 23mg 89%
Zinc 8.11mg 0.08mg 73%
Protein 33.2g 0.49g 65%
Iron 5.42mg 0.72mg 59%
Phosphorus 407mg 19mg 55%
Saturated fat 10.85g 0g 49%
Vitamin B12 0.99µg 41%
Fats 25.6g 0g 39%
Folate 134µg 34%
Monounsaturated fat 11.305g 28%
Copper 0.227mg 0.026mg 22%
Choline 109.1mg 20%
Selenium 10.7µg 19%
Calories 410kcal 88kcal 16%
Cholesterol 48mg 16%
Vitamin B6 0.179mg 14%
Potassium 597mg 112mg 14%
Vitamin B1 0.154mg 13%
Vitamin B3 1.732mg 11%
Vitamin B2 0.142mg 11%
Fructose 7.38g 9%
Magnesium 51mg 12mg 9%
Fiber 1.8g 7%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.011g 7%
Vitamin B5 0.163mg 3%
Vitamin E 0.49mg 3%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 2%
Vitamin K 2.3µg 2%
Carbs 11g 17.03g 2%
Manganese 0.111mg 0.131mg 1%
Calcium 20mg 27mg 1%
Vitamin D 11IU 1%
Net carbs 9.2g 17.03g N/A
Sugar 9g 14.95g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Jerky Balsamic vinegar
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
35%
Jerky
0%
Balsamic vinegar
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
111%
Jerky
9%
Balsamic vinegar

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jerky
Jerky is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.95g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerky
Jerky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jerky
Jerky is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Jerky
Jerky is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 2058mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.85g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($4)

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. Jerky - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167536/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.