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Espresso vs. SlimFast shake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Espresso and SlimFast shake

  • Espresso has more Vitamin B3, however, SlimFast shake has more Vitamin E , Vitamin B12, Vitamin B5, Vitamin C, Vitamin A RAE, Phosphorus, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B1, and Calcium.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin E from SlimFast shake is 30% higher.
  • SlimFast shake has 2 times less Vitamin B3 than Espresso. Espresso has 5.207mg of Vitamin B3, while SlimFast shake has 2.39mg.

Food types used in this article are Beverages, coffee, brewed, espresso, restaurant-prepared and Beverages, SLIMFAST, Meal replacement, High Protein Shake, Ready-To-Drink, 3-2-1 plan.

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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 Magnesium +81.8%
Contains less Sodium -80.6%
Contains more Copper +257.1%
Contains more Calcium +6400%
Contains more Iron +638.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +1842.9%
Contains more Potassium +55.7%
Contains more Zinc +1600%
Contains more Selenium +∞%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 1% 5% 58% 3% 11% 2% 2% 17% 7% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 39% 36% 32% 59% 16% 10% 24% 5% 0% 25%
Contains more Magnesium +81.8%
Contains less Sodium -80.6%
Contains more Copper +257.1%
Contains more Calcium +6400%
Contains more Iron +638.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +1842.9%
Contains more Potassium +55.7%
Contains more Zinc +1600%
Contains more Selenium +∞%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin B3 +117.9%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin E +45700%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +9600%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +16900%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +4167.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +10300%
Contains more Folate +3800%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin K +6400%
Equal in Vitamin B2 - 0.19
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 1% 0% 1% 1% 41% 98% 2% 1% 1% 0% 1%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 34% 92% 34% 65% 43% 44% 45% 72% 48% 30% 75% 17%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +117.9%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin E +45700%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +9600%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +16900%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +4167.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +10300%
Contains more Folate +3800%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin K +6400%
Equal in Vitamin B2 - 0.19

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +96.5%
Contains more Water +10.7%
Contains more Protein +5391.7%
Contains more Fats +1500%
Contains more Other +487%
Equal in Water - 88.33
2% 98%
Protein: 0.12 g
Fats: 0.18 g
Carbs: 1.67 g
Water: 97.8 g
Other: 0.23 g
7% 3% 88%
Protein: 6.59 g
Fats: 2.88 g
Carbs: 0.85 g
Water: 88.33 g
Other: 1.35 g
Contains more Carbs +96.5%
Contains more Water +10.7%
Contains more Protein +5391.7%
Contains more Fats +1500%
Contains more Other +487%
Equal in Water - 88.33

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -79.6%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +∞%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +215.2%
50% 50%
Saturated Fat: 0.092 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.092 g
16% 74% 10%
Saturated Fat: 0.45 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.1 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.29 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -79.6%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +∞%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +215.2%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Espresso SlimFast shake Opinion
Net carbs 1.67g 0.45g Espresso
Protein 0.12g 6.59g SlimFast shake
Fats 0.18g 2.88g SlimFast shake
Carbs 1.67g 0.85g Espresso
Calories 9kcal 58kcal SlimFast shake
Sugar 0g 0.6g Espresso
Fiber 0g 0.4g SlimFast shake
Calcium 2mg 130mg SlimFast shake
Iron 0.13mg 0.96mg SlimFast shake
Magnesium 80mg 44mg Espresso
Phosphorus 7mg 136mg SlimFast shake
Potassium 115mg 179mg SlimFast shake
Sodium 14mg 72mg Espresso
Zinc 0.05mg 0.85mg SlimFast shake
Copper 0.05mg 0.014mg Espresso
Manganese 0.05mg Espresso
Selenium 0µg 4.5µg SlimFast shake
Vitamin A 0IU 565IU SlimFast shake
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 171µg SlimFast shake
Vitamin E 0.01mg 4.58mg SlimFast shake
Vitamin D 0IU 45IU SlimFast shake
Vitamin D 0µg 1.1µg SlimFast shake
Vitamin C 0.2mg 19.4mg SlimFast shake
Vitamin B1 0.001mg 0.17mg SlimFast shake
Vitamin B2 0.177mg 0.19mg SlimFast shake
Vitamin B3 5.207mg 2.39mg Espresso
Vitamin B5 0.028mg 1.195mg SlimFast shake
Vitamin B6 0.002mg 0.208mg SlimFast shake
Folate 1µg 39µg SlimFast shake
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.6µg SlimFast shake
Vitamin K 0.1µg 6.5µg SlimFast shake
Cholesterol 0mg 4mg Espresso
Saturated Fat 0.092g 0.45g Espresso
Monounsaturated Fat 0g 2.1g SlimFast shake
Polyunsaturated fat 0.092g 0.29g SlimFast shake

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Espresso SlimFast shake
Low Fats diet ok
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
12%
Espresso
50%
SlimFast shake
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
10%
Espresso
24%
SlimFast shake

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
SlimFast shake
SlimFast shake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
SlimFast shake
SlimFast shake is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
SlimFast shake
SlimFast shake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Espresso
Espresso is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.6g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Espresso
Espresso contains less Sodium (difference - 58mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Espresso
Espresso is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Espresso
Espresso is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.358g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Espresso
Espresso is lower in glycemic index (difference - 37)

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. Espresso - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171891/nutrients
  2. SlimFast shake - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173170/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.