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Mushroom gravy vs. Broth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between mushroom gravy and broth

  • Mushroom gravy is higher in copper; however, broth is richer in selenium, vitamin B2, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, vitamin B12, and vitamin B3.
  • Broth's daily need coverage for sodium is 1013% higher.
  • Mushroom gravy has less saturated fat.

The food types used in this comparison are Gravy, mushroom, canned and Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 1.4% 2.1% 9.4% 25% 33% 19% 6.4% 74% 39% 10%
Broth
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 40% 56% 27% 39% 0% 2.5% 71% 3114% 20% 153%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +677.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -97.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +100%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +2700%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +2571.4%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +191.5%
Contains more IronIron +56.1%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1006.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +1373.7%

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.
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% 8.3% 15% 13% 66% 4.6% 0% 0% 9% 0%
Broth
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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 3.7% 0% 9.2% 0% 25% 99% 46% 36% 23% 38% 0% 24% 63%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +83.3%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +203%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +582.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +266.6%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +400%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +166.7%
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
3% 5% 89%
Protein: 1.26 g
Fats: 2.71 g
Carbs: 5.47 g
Water: 89 g
Other: 1.56 g
Broth
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17% 14% 18% 2% 49%
Protein: 16.66 g
Fats: 13.88 g
Carbs: 18.01 g
Water: 2.27 g
Other: 49.18 g
Contains more WaterWater +3820.7%
Contains more ProteinProtein +1222.2%
Contains more FatsFats +412.2%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +229.3%
Contains more OtherOther +3052.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
15% 45% 39%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.4 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.17 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.02 g
Broth
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26% 40% 34%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.43 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.48 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -88.3%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +358.1%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +339.2%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mushroom gravy Broth DV% diff.
Sodium 570mg 23875mg 1013%
Selenium 1.9µg 28µg 47%
Protein 1.26g 16.66g 31%
Vitamin B2 0.063mg 0.43mg 28%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.02g 4.48g 23%
Phosphorus 15mg 166mg 22%
Choline 114.6mg 21%
Calcium 7mg 187mg 18%
Fats 2.71g 13.88g 17%
Saturated fat 0.4g 3.43g 14%
Magnesium 2mg 56mg 13%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.3µg 13%
Calories 50kcal 267kcal 11%
Copper 0.1mg 0mg 11%
Vitamin B3 0.671mg 2.46mg 11%
Monounsaturated fat 1.17g 5.36g 10%
Vitamin B5 1.1mg 0.6mg 10%
Manganese 0.3mg 0.15mg 7%
Vitamin B1 0.033mg 0.1mg 6%
Zinc 0.7mg 0.09mg 6%
Vitamin B6 0.02mg 0.1mg 6%
Potassium 106mg 309mg 6%
Folate 12µg 32µg 5%
Iron 0.66mg 1.03mg 5%
Carbs 5.47g 18.01g 4%
Cholesterol 0mg 13mg 4%
Vitamin E 0.46mg 3%
Fiber 0.4g 0g 2%
Vitamin C 0mg 1.1mg 1%
Net carbs 5.07g 18.01g N/A
Sugar 17.36g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Mushroom gravy Broth
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
9%
Mushroom gravy
28%
Broth
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
22%
Mushroom gravy
352%
Broth

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mushroom gravy
Mushroom gravy is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mushroom gravy
Mushroom gravy is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mushroom gravy
Mushroom gravy contains less Sodium (difference - 23305mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mushroom gravy
Mushroom gravy is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.03g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mushroom gravy
Mushroom gravy is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Broth
Broth is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Broth
Broth is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Mushroom gravy - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171170/nutrients
  2. Broth - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171562/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.