Ricotta vs. Spread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Ricotta and Spread
- Ricotta has more Phosphorus, while Spread has more Vitamin E , Vitamin K, Polyunsaturated fat, and Monounsaturated Fat.
- Ricotta's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 30% higher.
- The amount of Cholesterol in Spread is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Cheese, ricotta, whole milk and Margarine-like spread, SMART BEAT Super Light without saturated fat.
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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.
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Phosphorus
+∞%
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Potassium
+775%
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Sodium
-88.9%
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Phosphorus
+∞%
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Potassium
+775%
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-88.9%
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.
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Vitamin A
+908.8%
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Vitamin E
+1445.5%
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Vitamin K
+1018.2%
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Vitamin A
+908.8%
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Vitamin E
+1445.5%
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Vitamin K
+1018.2%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
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Carbs
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Fats
+31.7%
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Water
+12.7%
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+102.9%
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Fats
+31.7%
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Water
+12.7%
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+102.9%
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Saturated Fat
-73.2%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+109.5%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+933.8%
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Saturated Fat
-73.2%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+109.5%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+933.8%
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 3.04g | 0g |
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| Protein | 11.26g | 0g |
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| Fats | 12.98g | 17.1g |
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| Carbs | 3.04g | 0g |
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| Calories | 174kcal | 158kcal |
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| Sugar | 0.27g | 0g |
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| Calcium | 207mg |
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| Iron | 0.38mg |
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| Magnesium | 11mg |
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| Phosphorus | 158mg | 0mg |
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| Potassium | 105mg | 12mg |
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| Sodium | 84mg | 755mg |
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| Zinc | 1.16mg |
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| Copper | 0.021mg |
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| Manganese | 0.006mg |
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| Selenium | 14.5µg |
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| Vitamin A | 445IU | 4489IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 120µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1.7mg |
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| Vitamin D | 10IU |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.013mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg |
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| Folate | 12µg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 12.3µg |
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| Tryptophan | 0.125mg |
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| Threonine | 0.517mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.589mg |
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| Leucine | 1.221mg |
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| Lysine | 1.338mg |
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| Methionine | 0.281mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.556mg |
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| Valine | 0.692mg |
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| Histidine | 0.459mg |
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| Cholesterol | 51mg | 0mg |
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| Trans Fat | 2.45g |
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| Saturated Fat | 8.295g | 2.22g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.627g | 7.6g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 3.98g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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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
14%
28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
10%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spread is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.27g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Spread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Spread is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.075g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Spread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Spread is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ricotta contains less Sodium (difference - 671mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ricotta is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ricotta is relatively richer in vitamins