Cashew vs. Cream cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Cashew and Cream cheese
- Cashew is richer in Copper, Iron, Manganese, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Zinc, and Vitamin B1, yet Cream cheese is richer in Vitamin A.
- Daily need coverage for Copper from Cashew is 242% higher.
- Cashew contains 150 times more Manganese than Cream cheese. Cashew contains 1.655mg of Manganese, while Cream cheese contains 0.011mg.
- Cashew contains less Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are Nuts, cashew nuts, raw and Cheese, cream.
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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 | +3144.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +400% |
| Contains more IronIron | +5972.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +12094.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1056% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +454.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +14945.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +131.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +162.2% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +1739.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1067% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +67.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +644.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1523.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +177.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +296.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.22 g
Fats:
43.85 g
Carbs:
30.19 g
Water:
5.2 g
Other:
2.54 g
Protein:
6.15 g
Fats:
34.44 g
Carbs:
5.52 g
Water:
52.62 g
Other:
1.27 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +196.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +27.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +446.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +100% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +911.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
7.783 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
23.797 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.845 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
20.213 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.907 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.483 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -61.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +167.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +429% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
23.49 g
Sucrose:
5.81 g
Glucose:
0.05 g
Fructose:
0.05 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0.35 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
3.76 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +6611.4% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
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Maltose
~0g
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Galactose
~0g
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 Cholesterol |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 553kcal | 350kcal |
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| Protein | 18.22g | 6.15g |
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| Fats | 43.85g | 34.44g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 26.89g | 5.52g |
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| Carbs | 30.19g | 5.52g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 101mg |
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| Magnesium | 292mg | 9mg |
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| Calcium | 37mg | 97mg |
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| Potassium | 660mg | 132mg |
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| Iron | 6.68mg | 0.11mg |
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| Sugar | 5.91g | 3.76g |
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| Fiber | 3.3g | 0g |
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| Copper | 2.195mg | 0.018mg |
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| Zinc | 5.78mg | 0.5mg |
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| Starch | 23.49g | 0.35g |
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| Phosphorus | 593mg | 107mg |
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| Sodium | 12mg | 314mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 1111IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 308µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.9mg | 0.86mg |
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| Manganese | 1.655mg | 0.011mg |
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| Selenium | 19.9µg | 8.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.423mg | 0.023mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.058mg | 0.23mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.062mg | 0.091mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.864mg | 0.517mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.417mg | 0.056mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.22µg |
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| Vitamin K | 34.1µg | 2.1µg |
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| Folate | 25µg | 9µg |
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| Choline | 27.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.783g | 20.213g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 23.797g | 8.907g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 7.845g | 1.483g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.287mg | 0.069mg |
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| Threonine | 0.688mg | 0.233mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.789mg | 0.324mg |
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| Leucine | 1.472mg | 0.657mg |
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| Lysine | 0.928mg | 0.567mg |
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| Methionine | 0.362mg | 0.191mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.951mg | 0.291mg |
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| Valine | 1.094mg | 0.395mg |
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| Histidine | 0.456mg | 0.175mg |
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| Fructose | 0.05g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.02g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.036g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.807g |
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Which food is preferable for your 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
32%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
200%
21%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cream cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.15g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cream cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cashew is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 101mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cashew contains less Sodium (difference - 302mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cashew is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 12.43g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cashew is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cashew is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cashew is relatively richer in vitamins