Apple vs. Olive oil — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between apples and olive oil?
- Apples are richer in fiber and vitamin C, yet olive oil is richer in vitamin E, vitamin K, iron, monounsaturated fat, and polyunsaturated fat.
- Olive oil's daily need coverage for vitamin E is 94% higher.
- Olive oil contains less sugar.
- Olive oil has a lower glycemic index than apples.
We used Apples, raw, with skin and Oil, olive, salad or cooking types in this comparison.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +500% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +10600% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +366.7% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1033.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +7872.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2636.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +58723.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1042200% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +20533.3% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Monounsaturated fat | 0.007g | 72.961g | 182% |
| Fats | 0.17g | 100g | 154% |
| Vitamin E | 0.18mg | 14.35mg | 94% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.051g | 10.523g | 70% |
| Saturated fat | 0.028g | 13.808g | 63% |
| Vitamin K | 2.2µg | 60.2µg | 48% |
| Calories | 52kcal | 884kcal | 42% |
| Fiber | 2.4g | 0g | 10% |
| Fructose | 5.9g | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.12mg | 0.56mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 4.6mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 13.81g | 0g | 5% |
| Potassium | 107mg | 1mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.027mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.026mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 11mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.035mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Choline | 3.4mg | 0.3mg | 1% |
| Folate | 3µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.061mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 5mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.091mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.26g | 0g | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.017mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 11.41g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.39g | 0g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Starch | 0.05g | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.001mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.006mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.006mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.013mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.012mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.001mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.006mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.012mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.005mg | 0mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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
4%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
4%
2%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Olive oil is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.39g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Olive oil is lower in glycemic index (difference - 36)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Apple contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Apple is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.78g)
Which food is cheaper?
Apple is cheaper (difference - $0.9)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Apple is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Apple is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)