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Spaghetti sauce vs. Broth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Spaghetti sauce and Broth

  • The amount of Vitamin B2, Phosphorus, Calcium, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B3, Magnesium, Vitamin B1, and Monounsaturated Fat in Broth is higher than in Spaghetti sauce.
  • Broth covers your daily need of Sodium 1012% more than Spaghetti sauce.
  • The amount of Saturated Fat in Spaghetti sauce is lower.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison USDA Commodity, spaghetti sauce, meatless, 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 9.3% 6% 26% 34% 0% 5.7% 11% 77% 0% 0%
Broth
6
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 ZincZinc +133.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -97.5%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +330.8%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +835%
Contains more IronIron +14.4%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +564%
~equal in Potassium ~309mg
~equal in Copper ~0mg

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 13% 20% 0% 0% 7.5% 28% 14% 0% 14% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Broth
9
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% 0.12% 9.2% 0% 25% 99% 46% 36% 23% 38% 0% 24% 63%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +254.5%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +16650%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +233.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +258.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +237%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +66.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
9% 87% 2%
Protein: 1.2 g
Fats: 0.9 g
Carbs: 8.7 g
Water: 87.1 g
Other: 2.1 g
Broth
4
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 +3737%
Contains more ProteinProtein +1288.3%
Contains more FatsFats +1442.2%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +107%
Contains more OtherOther +2241.9%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
18% 24% 58%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 0.162 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 0.21 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.51 g
Broth
2
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 -95.3%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +2452.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +778.4%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Spaghetti sauce 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 Spaghetti sauce Broth Opinion
Calories 48kcal 267kcal Broth
Protein 1.2g 16.66g Broth
Fats 0.9g 13.88g Broth
Vitamin C 3.9mg 1.1mg Spaghetti sauce
Net carbs 8.7g 18.01g Broth
Carbs 8.7g 18.01g Broth
Cholesterol 0mg 13mg Spaghetti sauce
Magnesium 13mg 56mg Broth
Calcium 20mg 187mg Broth
Potassium 292mg 309mg Broth
Iron 0.9mg 1.03mg Broth
Sugar 4.7g 17.36g Spaghetti sauce
Zinc 0.21mg 0.09mg Spaghetti sauce
Phosphorus 25mg 166mg Broth
Sodium 590mg 23875mg Spaghetti sauce
Vitamin A 335IU 2IU Spaghetti sauce
Vitamin A 17µg 0µg Spaghetti sauce
Vitamin E 0.46mg Broth
Manganese 0.15mg Broth
Selenium 28µg Broth
Vitamin B1 0.03mg 0.1mg Broth
Vitamin B2 0.12mg 0.43mg Broth
Vitamin B3 0.73mg 2.46mg Broth
Vitamin B5 0.6mg Broth
Vitamin B6 0.06mg 0.1mg Broth
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.3µg Broth
Folate 32µg Broth
Choline 114.6mg Broth
Saturated Fat 0.162g 3.43g Spaghetti sauce
Monounsaturated Fat 0.21g 5.36g Broth
Polyunsaturated fat 0.51g 4.48g Broth
Fructose 1.8g Spaghetti sauce

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Spaghetti sauce 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
7%
Spaghetti sauce
28%
Broth
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
Spaghetti sauce
352%
Broth

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Spaghetti sauce
Spaghetti sauce is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spaghetti sauce
Spaghetti sauce is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.66g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Spaghetti sauce
Spaghetti sauce contains less Sodium (difference - 23285mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Spaghetti sauce
Spaghetti sauce is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.268g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Spaghetti sauce
Spaghetti sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
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. 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.