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Vanilla extract vs. Balsamic vinegar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are Vanilla extract and Balsamic vinegar different?

  • Vanilla extract is higher in Copper, however, Balsamic vinegar is richer in Iron.
  • Vanilla extract contains 3 times more Copper than Balsamic vinegar. While Vanilla extract contains 0.072mg of Copper, Balsamic vinegar contains only 0.026mg.
  • Vanilla extract has less Sugar.

Vanilla extract and Vinegar, balsamic are the varieties used in this article.

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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 8.6% 3.3% 13% 4.5% 24% 3% 2.6% 1.2% 30% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 8.6% 8.1% 9.9% 27% 8.7% 2.2% 8.1% 3% 17% 0%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +32.1%
Contains more CopperCopper +176.9%
Contains more ZincZinc +37.5%
Contains less SodiumSodium -60.9%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +75.6%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +145.5%
Contains more IronIron +500%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +216.7%
~equal in Magnesium ~12mg
~equal in Selenium ~µg

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 0% 0% 0% 0% 2.8% 22% 8% 2.1% 6% 0% 0% 0% 0%
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 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +∞%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~0IU
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Folate ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
13% 53% 35%
Protein: 0.06 g
Fats: 0.06 g
Carbs: 12.65 g
Water: 52.58 g
Other: 34.65 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 FatsFats +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +474.6%
Contains more ProteinProtein +716.7%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +34.6%
Contains more WaterWater +45.4%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Vanilla extract Balsamic vinegar Opinion
Calories 288kcal 88kcal Vanilla extract
Protein 0.06g 0.49g Balsamic vinegar
Fats 0.06g 0g Vanilla extract
Net carbs 12.65g 17.03g Balsamic vinegar
Carbs 12.65g 17.03g Balsamic vinegar
Magnesium 12mg 12mg
Calcium 11mg 27mg Balsamic vinegar
Potassium 148mg 112mg Vanilla extract
Iron 0.12mg 0.72mg Balsamic vinegar
Sugar 12.65g 14.95g Vanilla extract
Copper 0.072mg 0.026mg Vanilla extract
Zinc 0.11mg 0.08mg Vanilla extract
Phosphorus 6mg 19mg Balsamic vinegar
Sodium 9mg 23mg Vanilla extract
Manganese 0.23mg 0.131mg Vanilla extract
Vitamin B1 0.011mg Vanilla extract
Vitamin B2 0.095mg Vanilla extract
Vitamin B3 0.425mg Vanilla extract
Vitamin B5 0.035mg Vanilla extract
Vitamin B6 0.026mg Vanilla extract
Saturated Fat 0.01g 0g Balsamic vinegar
Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g Vanilla extract
Polyunsaturated fat 0.004g Vanilla extract
Fructose 7.38g Balsamic vinegar

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Vanilla extract Balsamic vinegar
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
3%
Vanilla extract
0%
Balsamic vinegar
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Vanilla extract
9%
Balsamic vinegar

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Vanilla extract
Vanilla extract is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Vanilla extract
Vanilla extract contains less Sodium (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Vanilla extract
Vanilla extract is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Vanilla extract
Vanilla extract is relatively richer in vitamins
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 - 0.01g)
Which food is cheaper?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

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. Vanilla extract - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173471/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.