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Smoothie vs. Balsamic vinegar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Smoothie and Balsamic vinegar?

  • Smoothie is richer in Vitamin C, while Balsamic vinegar is higher in Iron.
  • Smoothie's daily need coverage for Vitamin C is 27% higher.

We used Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana 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 +51.9%
Contains more Iron +380%
Contains more Potassium +366.7%
Contains less Sodium -20.7%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 13% 6% 0% 0% 3% 4% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 9% 27% 9% 9% 10% 3% 3% 9% 18% 0%
Contains more Calcium +51.9%
Contains more Iron +380%
Contains more Potassium +366.7%
Contains less Sodium -20.7%

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.
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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 25% 0% 0% 82% 0% 0% 16% 0% 19% 0% 30% 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 +149%
Contains more Water +18.1%
Contains more Carbs +108.7%
Contains more Other +1673.5%
8% 90%
Protein: 1.22 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 8.16 g
Water: 90.28 g
Other: 0.34 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 +149%
Contains more Water +18.1%
Contains more Carbs +108.7%
Contains more Other +1673.5%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Smoothie Balsamic vinegar Opinion
Net carbs 8.16g 17.03g Balsamic vinegar
Protein 1.22g 0.49g Smoothie
Carbs 8.16g 17.03g Balsamic vinegar
Calories 37kcal 88kcal Balsamic vinegar
Fructose 7.38g Balsamic vinegar
Sugar 7.35g 14.95g Smoothie
Calcium 41mg 27mg Smoothie
Iron 0.15mg 0.72mg Balsamic vinegar
Magnesium 12mg Balsamic vinegar
Phosphorus 19mg Balsamic vinegar
Potassium 24mg 112mg Balsamic vinegar
Sodium 29mg 23mg Balsamic vinegar
Zinc 0.08mg Balsamic vinegar
Copper 0.026mg Balsamic vinegar
Manganese 0.131mg Balsamic vinegar
Vitamin A 408IU 0IU Smoothie
Vitamin C 24.5mg 0mg Smoothie
Vitamin B3 0.816mg Smoothie
Vitamin B6 0.082mg Smoothie
Vitamin B12 0.24µg Smoothie

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Smoothie Balsamic vinegar
Low Fats diet Equal
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
14%
Smoothie
0%
Balsamic vinegar
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Smoothie
9%
Balsamic vinegar

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.6g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 6)
Which food is cheaper?
Smoothie
Smoothie is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Smoothie
Smoothie is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Saturated Fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated Fat (0 g)

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. Smoothie - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174829/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.