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Saffron vs. Balsamic vinegar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Saffron and Balsamic vinegar?

  • Saffron has more Manganese, Iron, Vitamin C, Magnesium, Potassium, Copper, Phosphorus, Zinc, and Calcium than Balsamic vinegar.
  • Saffron's daily need coverage for Manganese is 1229% higher.
  • Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated Fat.

We used Spices, saffron and Vinegar, balsamic 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 Calcium +311.1%
Contains more Iron +1441.7%
Contains more Magnesium +2100%
Contains more Phosphorus +1226.3%
Contains more Potassium +1439.3%
Contains more Zinc +1262.5%
Contains more Copper +1161.5%
Contains more Manganese +21585.5%
Contains less Sodium -84.5%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 34% 417% 189% 108% 153% 20% 30% 110% 3706% 31%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 9% 27% 9% 9% 10% 3% 3% 9% 18% 0%
Contains more Calcium +311.1%
Contains more Iron +1441.7%
Contains more Magnesium +2100%
Contains more Phosphorus +1226.3%
Contains more Potassium +1439.3%
Contains more Zinc +1262.5%
Contains more Copper +1161.5%
Contains more Manganese +21585.5%
Contains less Sodium -84.5%

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 A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 32% 0% 0% 270% 29% 62% 28% 0% 234% 70% 0% 0%
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% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +2232.7%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Carbs +283.9%
Contains more Water +542.4%
Contains more Other +10.6%
11% 6% 65% 12% 5%
Protein: 11.43 g
Fats: 5.85 g
Carbs: 65.37 g
Water: 11.9 g
Other: 5.45 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 Protein +2232.7%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Carbs +283.9%
Contains more Water +542.4%
Contains more Other +10.6%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Saffron Balsamic vinegar Opinion
Net carbs 61.47g 17.03g Saffron
Protein 11.43g 0.49g Saffron
Fats 5.85g 0g Saffron
Carbs 65.37g 17.03g Saffron
Calories 310kcal 88kcal Saffron
Fructose 7.38g Balsamic vinegar
Sugar 14.95g Saffron
Fiber 3.9g Saffron
Calcium 111mg 27mg Saffron
Iron 11.1mg 0.72mg Saffron
Magnesium 264mg 12mg Saffron
Phosphorus 252mg 19mg Saffron
Potassium 1724mg 112mg Saffron
Sodium 148mg 23mg Balsamic vinegar
Zinc 1.09mg 0.08mg Saffron
Copper 0.328mg 0.026mg Saffron
Manganese 28.408mg 0.131mg Saffron
Selenium 5.6µg Saffron
Vitamin A 530IU 0IU Saffron
Vitamin A RAE 27µg 0µg Saffron
Vitamin C 80.8mg 0mg Saffron
Vitamin B1 0.115mg Saffron
Vitamin B2 0.267mg Saffron
Vitamin B3 1.46mg Saffron
Vitamin B6 1.01mg Saffron
Folate 93µg Saffron
Saturated Fat 1.586g 0g Balsamic vinegar
Omega-3 - DPA 0.006g Saffron
Monounsaturated Fat 0.429g Saffron
Polyunsaturated fat 2.067g Saffron

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Saffron Balsamic vinegar
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
60%
Saffron
0%
Balsamic vinegar
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
Saffron
9%
Balsamic vinegar

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.95g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Saffron
Saffron is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 125mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.586g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)

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. Saffron - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170934/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.