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Poppy seed dressing vs. Benecol — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between Poppy seed dressing and Benecol

  • Poppy seed dressing has more Phosphorus, Manganese, and Calcium, while Benecol has more Vitamin E , Vitamin A RAE, and Vitamin K.
  • Benecol's daily need coverage for Vitamin E is 232% higher.
  • The amount of Sodium in Benecol is lower.

The food types used in this comparison are Salad dressing, poppyseed, creamy and Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread.

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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 +1375%
Contains more Iron +∞%
Contains more Magnesium +800%
Contains more Phosphorus +1125%
Contains more Potassium +1425%
Contains more Zinc +∞%
Contains more Copper +∞%
Contains more Manganese +∞%
Contains less Sodium -28.2%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 18% 10% 7% 22% 6% 122% 7% 12% 18% 7%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 2% 0% 1% 2% 1% 88% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Calcium +1375%
Contains more Iron +∞%
Contains more Magnesium +800%
Contains more Phosphorus +1125%
Contains more Potassium +1425%
Contains more Zinc +∞%
Contains more Copper +∞%
Contains more Manganese +∞%
Contains less Sodium -28.2%

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 B1 +100%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin A +2437.2%
Contains more Vitamin E +1477.1%
Contains more Vitamin K +12.5%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 11% 48% 3% 1% 6% 14% 1% 7% 6% 3% 12% 126%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 275% 745% 0% 0% 3% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 142%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +100%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin A +2437.2%
Contains more Vitamin E +1477.1%
Contains more Vitamin K +12.5%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +∞%
Contains more Carbs +315.6%
Contains more Other +71.4%
Contains more Fats +16.1%
Contains more Water +38.3%
33% 24% 39% 3%
Protein: 0.92 g
Fats: 33.33 g
Carbs: 23.73 g
Water: 38.85 g
Other: 3.17 g
39% 6% 54% 2%
Protein: 0 g
Fats: 38.71 g
Carbs: 5.71 g
Water: 53.73 g
Other: 1.85 g
Contains more Protein +∞%
Contains more Carbs +315.6%
Contains more Other +71.4%
Contains more Fats +16.1%
Contains more Water +38.3%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +45%
Contains less Saturated Fat -21.3%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +130.7%
19% 26% 55%
Saturated Fat: 6.061 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 8.207 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 17.326 g
13% 53% 34%
Saturated Fat: 4.77 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 18.932 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 11.948 g
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +45%
Contains less Saturated Fat -21.3%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +130.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Poppy seed dressing Benecol Opinion
Net carbs 23.43g 5.71g Poppy seed dressing
Protein 0.92g 0g Poppy seed dressing
Fats 33.33g 38.71g Benecol
Carbs 23.73g 5.71g Poppy seed dressing
Calories 399kcal 357kcal Poppy seed dressing
Sugar 23.39g Benecol
Fiber 0.3g Poppy seed dressing
Calcium 59mg 4mg Poppy seed dressing
Iron 0.25mg 0mg Poppy seed dressing
Magnesium 9mg 1mg Poppy seed dressing
Phosphorus 49mg 4mg Poppy seed dressing
Potassium 61mg 4mg Poppy seed dressing
Sodium 933mg 670mg Benecol
Zinc 0.25mg 0mg Poppy seed dressing
Copper 0.035mg 0mg Poppy seed dressing
Manganese 0.131mg 0mg Poppy seed dressing
Selenium 1.2µg Poppy seed dressing
Vitamin A 180IU 4567IU Benecol
Vitamin A RAE 51µg 1370µg Benecol
Vitamin E 2.36mg 37.22mg Benecol
Vitamin D 4IU Poppy seed dressing
Vitamin D 0.1µg Poppy seed dressing
Vitamin C 0.3mg Poppy seed dressing
Vitamin B1 0.024mg 0.012mg Poppy seed dressing
Vitamin B2 0.058mg 0mg Poppy seed dressing
Vitamin B3 0.047mg 0mg Poppy seed dressing
Vitamin B5 0.108mg Poppy seed dressing
Vitamin B6 0.022mg 0mg Poppy seed dressing
Folate 3µg Poppy seed dressing
Vitamin B12 0.09µg Poppy seed dressing
Vitamin K 50.2µg 56.5µg Benecol
Cholesterol 15mg Benecol
Trans Fat 0.144g 2.214g Poppy seed dressing
Saturated Fat 6.061g 4.77g Benecol
Monounsaturated Fat 8.207g 18.932g Benecol
Polyunsaturated fat 17.326g 11.948g Poppy seed dressing
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0g 0.037g Benecol
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 9.557g Benecol
Omega-3 - ALA 1.976g Benecol

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Poppy seed dressing Benecol
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet Equal

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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
19%
Poppy seed dressing
97%
Benecol
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
22%
Poppy seed dressing
9%
Benecol

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Poppy seed dressing
Poppy seed dressing is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Poppy seed dressing
Poppy seed dressing is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Benecol
Benecol is lower in Sugar (difference - 23.39g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Benecol
Benecol contains less Sodium (difference - 263mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Benecol
Benecol is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 15mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Benecol
Benecol is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.291g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
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. Poppy seed dressing - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171044/nutrients
  2. Benecol - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171035/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.