Watercress vs. Balsamic vinegar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between watercress and balsamic vinegar
- Watercress has more vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, and copper; however, balsamic vinegar is richer in iron.
- Watercress covers your daily vitamin A needs 64% more than balsamic vinegar.
- Watercress contains less sugar.
- Balsamic vinegar has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of balsamic vinegar is 50, while the glycemic index of watercress is 32.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Watercress, raw 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +75% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +344.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +194.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +196.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +37.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +215.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +86.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +260% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -43.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| 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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.3 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
1.29 g
Water:
95.11 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
0.49 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
17.03 g
Water:
76.45 g
Other:
6.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +369.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +24.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1220.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +402.5% |
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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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 250µg | 208% | |
| Vitamin C | 43mg | 0mg | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 160µg | 0µg | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.129mg | 10% | |
| Fructose | 7.38g | 9% | |
| Calcium | 120mg | 27mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.12mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin E | 1mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 0.72mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 330mg | 112mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.31mg | 6% | |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.026mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 60mg | 19mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 1.29g | 17.03g | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.244mg | 0.131mg | 5% |
| Protein | 2.3g | 0.49g | 4% |
| Calories | 11kcal | 88kcal | 4% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 12mg | 2% |
| Folate | 9µg | 2% | |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 2% | |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% | |
| Choline | 9mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 41mg | 23mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 1% | |
| Fats | 0.1g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.79g | 17.03g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 14.95g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.11mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.027g | 0g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.008g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.035g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.03mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.133mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.093mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.166mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.114mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.137mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.04mg | 0% |
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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
74%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
9%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Watercress is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.75g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Watercress is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is cheaper?
Watercress is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Watercress is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Watercress is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.027g)