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Vinegar vs. Balsamic vinegar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Important differences between Vinegar and Balsamic vinegar

  • Vinegar has less Iron.
  • Vinegar is lower in Sugar.

The food varieties used in the comparison are Vinegar, distilled and Vinegar, balsamic.

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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.
Vinegar
Vinegar
2
:
8
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar
Contains less Sodium -91.3%
Contains more Calcium +350%
Contains more Iron +2300%
Contains more Magnesium +1100%
Contains more Phosphorus +375%
Contains more Potassium +5500%
Contains more Zinc +700%
Contains more Copper +333.3%
Contains more Manganese +138.2%
Vinegar
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 2% 2% 1% 2% 1% 1% 1% 2% 8% 3%
Balsamic vinegar
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 9% 27% 9% 9% 10% 3% 3% 9% 18% 0%
Contains less Sodium -91.3%
Contains more Calcium +350%
Contains more Iron +2300%
Contains more Magnesium +1100%
Contains more Phosphorus +375%
Contains more Potassium +5500%
Contains more Zinc +700%
Contains more Copper +333.3%
Contains more Manganese +138.2%

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.
Vinegar
Vinegar
10
:
0
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar
Vinegar
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%
Balsamic vinegar
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%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Vinegar
Vinegar
1
:
3
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar
Contains more Water +24%
Contains more Protein +∞%
Contains more Carbs +42475%
Contains more Other +16.4%
Vinegar
95% 5%
Protein: 0 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 0.04 g
Water: 94.78 g
Other: 5.18 g
Balsamic vinegar
17% 76% 6%
Protein: 0.49 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 17.03 g
Water: 76.45 g
Other: 6.03 g
Contains more Water +24%
Contains more Protein +∞%
Contains more Carbs +42475%
Contains more Other +16.4%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Vinegar Balsamic vinegar Opinion
Net carbs 0.04g 17.03g Balsamic vinegar
Protein 0g 0.49g Balsamic vinegar
Carbs 0.04g 17.03g Balsamic vinegar
Calories 18kcal 88kcal Balsamic vinegar
Fructose 7.38g Balsamic vinegar
Sugar 0.04g 14.95g Vinegar
Calcium 6mg 27mg Balsamic vinegar
Iron 0.03mg 0.72mg Balsamic vinegar
Magnesium 1mg 12mg Balsamic vinegar
Phosphorus 4mg 19mg Balsamic vinegar
Potassium 2mg 112mg Balsamic vinegar
Sodium 2mg 23mg Vinegar
Zinc 0.01mg 0.08mg Balsamic vinegar
Copper 0.006mg 0.026mg Balsamic vinegar
Manganese 0.055mg 0.131mg Balsamic vinegar
Selenium 0.5µg Vinegar

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Vinegar 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
0%
Vinegar
0%
Balsamic vinegar
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Vinegar
9%
Balsamic vinegar

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Vinegar
Vinegar is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.91g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Vinegar
Vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Vinegar
Vinegar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Vinegar
Vinegar is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Vinegar
Vinegar is relatively richer in vitamins
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. Vinegar - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172237/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.