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Smoothie vs. Yogurt — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Smoothie and Yogurt

  • Smoothie has more Vitamin C, however, Yogurt is higher in Vitamin B12, and Calcium.
  • Smoothie covers your daily need of Vitamin C 27% more than Yogurt.
  • Smoothie has 4 times more Vitamin B3 than Yogurt. While Smoothie has 0.816mg of Vitamin B3, Yogurt has only 0.208mg.
  • Yogurt has less Sugar.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana and Yogurt, Greek, plain, nonfat.

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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 Iron +114.3%
Contains less Sodium -19.4%
Contains more Calcium +168.3%
Contains more Potassium +487.5%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 13% 6% 0% 0% 3% 4% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 33% 3% 8% 58% 13% 5% 15% 6% 2% 53%
Contains more Iron +114.3%
Contains less Sodium -19.4%
Contains more Calcium +168.3%
Contains more Potassium +487.5%

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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Yogurt
Contains more Vitamin A +10100%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +292.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +30.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +212.5%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 25% 0% 0% 82% 0% 0% 16% 0% 19% 0% 30% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 1% 1% 0% 0% 6% 65% 4% 20% 15% 6% 94% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +10100%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +292.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +30.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +212.5%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +126.7%
Contains more Protein +735.2%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Other +111.8%
Equal in Water - 85.1
8% 90%
Protein: 1.22 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 8.16 g
Water: 90.28 g
Other: 0.34 g
10% 4% 85%
Protein: 10.19 g
Fats: 0.39 g
Carbs: 3.6 g
Water: 85.1 g
Other: 0.72 g
Contains more Carbs +126.7%
Contains more Protein +735.2%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Other +111.8%
Equal in Water - 85.1

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Smoothie Yogurt Opinion
Net carbs 8.16g 3.6g Smoothie
Protein 1.22g 10.19g Yogurt
Fats 0g 0.39g Yogurt
Carbs 8.16g 3.6g Smoothie
Calories 37kcal 59kcal Yogurt
Sugar 7.35g 3.24g Yogurt
Calcium 41mg 110mg Yogurt
Iron 0.15mg 0.07mg Smoothie
Magnesium 11mg Yogurt
Phosphorus 135mg Yogurt
Potassium 24mg 141mg Yogurt
Sodium 29mg 36mg Smoothie
Zinc 0.52mg Yogurt
Copper 0.017mg Yogurt
Manganese 0.009mg Yogurt
Selenium 9.7µg Yogurt
Vitamin A 408IU 4IU Smoothie
Vitamin A RAE 1µg Yogurt
Vitamin E 0.01mg Yogurt
Vitamin C 24.5mg 0mg Smoothie
Vitamin B1 0.023mg Yogurt
Vitamin B2 0.278mg Yogurt
Vitamin B3 0.816mg 0.208mg Smoothie
Vitamin B5 0.331mg Yogurt
Vitamin B6 0.082mg 0.063mg Smoothie
Folate 7µg Yogurt
Vitamin B12 0.24µg 0.75µg Yogurt
Cholesterol 0mg 5mg Smoothie
Trans Fat 0g 0.006g Smoothie
Saturated Fat 0g 0.117g Smoothie
Monounsaturated Fat 0.053g Yogurt
Polyunsaturated fat 0.012g Yogurt
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.01g Yogurt
Omega-3 - ALA 0.001g Yogurt

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Smoothie Yogurt
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
14%
Smoothie
17%
Yogurt
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Smoothie
19%
Yogurt

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Yogurt
Yogurt is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.11g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yogurt
Yogurt is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Yogurt
Yogurt is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Yogurt
Yogurt is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Smoothie
Smoothie contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.117g)
Which food is cheaper?
Smoothie
Smoothie is cheaper (difference - $2.6)

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. Smoothie - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174829/nutrients
  2. Yogurt - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170894/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.