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Avocado vs. Roquefort — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between avocadoes and roquefort?

  • Avocadoes are richer in fiber, while roquefort is higher in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B2, vitamin B12, selenium, and vitamin A.
  • Roquefort's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 86% higher.
  • Avocadoes are lower in saturated fat.
  • Avocadoes have a higher glycemic index (40) than roquefort (27).

We used Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties and Cheese, roquefort 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 21% 3.6% 43% 21% 63% 17% 22% 0.91% 19% 2.2%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 21% 199% 8% 21% 11% 57% 168% 236% 3.9% 79%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +433%
Contains more CopperCopper +458.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +373.3%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +5416.7%
Contains more ZincZinc +225%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +653.8%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +3525%
~equal in Magnesium ~30mg
~equal in Iron ~0.56mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 33% 2.3% 41% 0% 17% 30% 33% 83% 59% 0% 53% 61% 7.7%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 98% 0% 0% 10% 135% 14% 104% 29% 80% 0% 37% 0%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +67.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +136.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +107.3%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +65.3%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +4100%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +350.8%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +24.6%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 15% 9% 73%
Protein: 2 g
Fats: 14.66 g
Carbs: 8.53 g
Water: 73.23 g
Other: 1.58 g
22% 31% 2% 39% 6%
Protein: 21.54 g
Fats: 30.64 g
Carbs: 2 g
Water: 39.38 g
Other: 6.44 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +326.5%
Contains more WaterWater +86%
Contains more ProteinProtein +977%
Contains more FatsFats +109%
Contains more OtherOther +307.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
15% 71% 13%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.126 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 9.799 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.816 g
66% 29% 5%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 19.263 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.32 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -89%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +15.6%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +37.6%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Avocado Roquefort DV% diff.
Sodium 7mg 1809mg 78%
Saturated fat 2.126g 19.263g 78%
Calcium 12mg 662mg 65%
Phosphorus 52mg 392mg 49%
Protein 2g 21.54g 39%
Vitamin B2 0.13mg 0.586mg 35%
Vitamin A 7µg 294µg 32%
Cholesterol 0mg 90mg 30%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.64µg 27%
Fiber 6.7g 0g 27%
Selenium 0.4µg 14.5µg 26%
Fats 14.66g 30.64g 25%
Vitamin K 21µg 18%
Copper 0.19mg 0.034mg 17%
Vitamin E 2.07mg 14%
Zinc 0.64mg 2.08mg 13%
Potassium 485mg 91mg 12%
Vitamin C 10mg 0mg 11%
Vitamin B6 0.257mg 0.124mg 10%
Calories 160kcal 369kcal 10%
Folate 81µg 49µg 8%
Vitamin B5 1.389mg 1.731mg 7%
Vitamin B3 1.738mg 0.734mg 6%
Manganese 0.142mg 0.03mg 5%
Monounsaturated fat 9.799g 8.474g 3%
Choline 14.2mg 3%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.816g 1.32g 3%
Carbs 8.53g 2g 2%
Vitamin B1 0.067mg 0.04mg 2%
Net carbs 1.83g 2g N/A
Magnesium 29mg 30mg 0%
Iron 0.55mg 0.56mg 0%
Sugar 0.66g N/A
Starch 0.11g 0%
Tryptophan 0.025mg 0.303mg 0%
Threonine 0.073mg 0.965mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.084mg 1.217mg 0%
Leucine 0.143mg 2.114mg 0%
Lysine 0.132mg 1.848mg 0%
Methionine 0.038mg 0.558mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.097mg 1.023mg 0%
Valine 0.107mg 1.614mg 0%
Histidine 0.049mg 0.602mg 0%
Fructose 0.12g 0%
Omega-3 - ALA 0.111g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.015g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Avocado Roquefort
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
32%
Avocado
39%
Roquefort
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
Avocado
80%
Roquefort

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Roquefort
Roquefort is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.66g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Roquefort
Roquefort is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Roquefort
Roquefort is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Avocado
Avocado is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 90mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Avocado
Avocado contains less Sodium (difference - 1802mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Avocado
Avocado is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.137g)
Which food is cheaper?
Avocado
Avocado is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Avocado
Avocado is relatively richer in vitamins

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. Avocado - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171705/nutrients
  2. Roquefort - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171250/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.