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Lemon vs. Vanilla extract — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between Lemon and Vanilla extract

  • Lemon is richer in Vitamin C, Fiber, and Iron, while Vanilla extract is higher in Manganese, and Vitamin B2.
  • Lemon covers your daily Vitamin C needs 59% more than Vanilla extract.
  • Lemon is lower in Sugar.

Specific food types used in this comparison are Lemons, raw, without peel and Vanilla extract.

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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.
Lemon
Lemon
5
:
5
Vanilla extract
Vanilla extract
Contains more Calcium +136.4%
Contains more Iron +400%
Contains more Phosphorus +166.7%
Contains less Sodium -77.8%
Contains more Selenium +∞%
Contains more Magnesium +50%
Contains more Zinc +83.3%
Contains more Copper +94.6%
Contains more Manganese +666.7%
Equal in Potassium - 148
Lemon
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 8% 23% 6% 7% 13% 1% 2% 13% 4% 3%
Vanilla extract
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 4% 5% 9% 3% 14% 2% 3% 24% 30% 0%
Contains more Calcium +136.4%
Contains more Iron +400%
Contains more Phosphorus +166.7%
Contains less Sodium -77.8%
Contains more Selenium +∞%
Contains more Magnesium +50%
Contains more Zinc +83.3%
Contains more Copper +94.6%
Contains more Manganese +666.7%
Equal in Potassium - 148

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.
Lemon
Lemon
7
:
2
Vanilla extract
Vanilla extract
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +263.6%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +442.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +207.7%
Contains more Folate +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +375%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +325%
Lemon
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 2% 3% 0% 177% 10% 5% 2% 12% 19% 9% 0% 0%
Vanilla extract
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% 3% 22% 8% 3% 6% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +263.6%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +442.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +207.7%
Contains more Folate +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +375%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +325%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Lemon
Lemon
3
:
2
Vanilla extract
Vanilla extract
Contains more Protein +1733.3%
Contains more Fats +400%
Contains more Water +69.2%
Contains more Carbs +35.7%
Contains more Other +11450%
Lemon
9% 89%
Protein: 1.1 g
Fats: 0.3 g
Carbs: 9.32 g
Water: 88.98 g
Other: 0.3 g
Vanilla extract
13% 53% 35%
Protein: 0.06 g
Fats: 0.06 g
Carbs: 12.65 g
Water: 52.58 g
Other: 34.65 g
Contains more Protein +1733.3%
Contains more Fats +400%
Contains more Water +69.2%
Contains more Carbs +35.7%
Contains more Other +11450%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Lemon
Lemon
2
:
1
Vanilla extract
Vanilla extract
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +2125%
Contains less Saturated Fat -74.4%
Equal in Monounsaturated Fat - 0.01
Lemon
28% 8% 64%
Saturated Fat: 0.039 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.089 g
Vanilla extract
42% 42% 17%
Saturated Fat: 0.01 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.004 g
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +2125%
Contains less Saturated Fat -74.4%
Equal in Monounsaturated Fat - 0.01

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Lemon Vanilla extract Opinion
Net carbs 6.52g 12.65g Vanilla extract
Protein 1.1g 0.06g Lemon
Fats 0.3g 0.06g Lemon
Carbs 9.32g 12.65g Vanilla extract
Calories 29kcal 288kcal Vanilla extract
Sugar 2.5g 12.65g Lemon
Fiber 2.8g 0g Lemon
Calcium 26mg 11mg Lemon
Iron 0.6mg 0.12mg Lemon
Magnesium 8mg 12mg Vanilla extract
Phosphorus 16mg 6mg Lemon
Potassium 138mg 148mg Vanilla extract
Sodium 2mg 9mg Lemon
Zinc 0.06mg 0.11mg Vanilla extract
Copper 0.037mg 0.072mg Vanilla extract
Manganese 0.03mg 0.23mg Vanilla extract
Selenium 0.4µg 0µg Lemon
Vitamin A 22IU 0IU Lemon
Vitamin A RAE 1µg 0µg Lemon
Vitamin E 0.15mg 0mg Lemon
Vitamin C 53mg 0mg Lemon
Vitamin B1 0.04mg 0.011mg Lemon
Vitamin B2 0.02mg 0.095mg Vanilla extract
Vitamin B3 0.1mg 0.425mg Vanilla extract
Vitamin B5 0.19mg 0.035mg Lemon
Vitamin B6 0.08mg 0.026mg Lemon
Folate 11µg 0µg Lemon
Saturated Fat 0.039g 0.01g Vanilla extract
Monounsaturated Fat 0.011g 0.01g Lemon
Polyunsaturated fat 0.089g 0.004g Lemon

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Lemon Vanilla extract
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
20%
Lemon
3%
Vanilla extract
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
Lemon
9%
Vanilla extract

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Vanilla extract
Vanilla extract is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.029g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Vanilla extract
Vanilla extract is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lemon
Lemon is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.15g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lemon
Lemon contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Lemon
Lemon is cheaper (difference - $5.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lemon
Lemon 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 richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

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. Lemon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167746/nutrients
  2. Vanilla extract - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173471/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.