Spaghetti sauce vs. Alfredo sauce — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between spaghetti sauce and alfredo sauce
- The amount of phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, and vitamin B6 in alfredo sauce is higher than in spaghetti sauce.
- Alfredo sauce covers your daily need for sodium, 87% more than spaghetti sauce.
- The amount of sodium in spaghetti sauce is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison USDA Commodity, spaghetti sauce, meatless, canned and Sauce, alfredo mix, 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.
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +15% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -77.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +146.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2235% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +609.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1560% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +122.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +217.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +420% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +183.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +123.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.2 g
Fats:
0.9 g
Carbs:
8.7 g
Water:
87.1 g
Other:
2.1 g
Protein:
15.32 g
Fats:
36.35 g
Carbs:
36.52 g
Water:
2.05 g
Other:
9.76 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +4148.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1176.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3938.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +319.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +364.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.162 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.21 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.51 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
13.18 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
13.669 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.61 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +6409% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1588.2% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 590mg | 2590mg | 87% |
| Saturated fat | 0.162g | 13.18g | 59% |
| Phosphorus | 25mg | 415mg | 56% |
| Fats | 0.9g | 36.35g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.51g | 8.61g | 54% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 467mg | 45% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.21g | 13.669g | 34% |
| Protein | 1.2g | 15.32g | 28% |
| Calories | 48kcal | 535kcal | 24% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.044mg | 21% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 56mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 9.3µg | 17% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.38µg | 16% |
| Zinc | 0.21mg | 1.49mg | 12% |
| Vitamin E | 1.84mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.156mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 8.7g | 36.52g | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.73mg | 2.07mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.064mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.06mg | 0.134mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 6.2µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.12mg | 0.054mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 13mg | 32mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 3.9mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 17µg | 54µg | 4% |
| Fructose | 1.8g | 2% | |
| Manganese | 0.056mg | 2% | |
| Folate | 4µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 292mg | 254mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 8.7g | 34.52g | N/A |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 0.94mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.7g | 5.4g | N/A |
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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
6%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
86%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Spaghetti sauce is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spaghetti sauce is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.7g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Spaghetti sauce contains less Sodium (difference - 2000mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Spaghetti sauce is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.018g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Alfredo sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 31)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Alfredo sauce is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Alfredo sauce is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)