Cottage cheese vs. Hummus — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between cottage cheese and hummus
- Cottage cheese has more vitamin B12 and selenium; however, hummus is richer in copper, manganese, iron, fiber, folate, magnesium, zinc, and vitamin B1.
- Hummus covers your daily copper needs 55% more than cottage cheese.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Cheese, cottage, creamed, large or small curd and Hummus, commercial.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +118.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +273.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +787.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +119.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +3385.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1717.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +357.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +10.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +38550% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +154.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +322% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +566.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +487.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +334.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +591.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.12 g
Fats:
4.3 g
Carbs:
3.38 g
Water:
79.79 g
Other:
1.41 g
Protein:
7.9 g
Fats:
9.6 g
Carbs:
14.29 g
Water:
66.59 g
Other:
1.62 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +40.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +123.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +322.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +14.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.718 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.778 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.123 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.437 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.039 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.613 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -16.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +419.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2837.4% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.029mg | 0.527mg | 55% |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0.773mg | 34% |
| Iron | 0.07mg | 2.44mg | 30% |
| Fiber | 0g | 6g | 24% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.123g | 3.613g | 23% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.43µg | 0µg | 18% |
| Folate | 12µg | 83µg | 18% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 71mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 9.7µg | 2.6µg | 13% |
| Zinc | 0.4mg | 1.83mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.027mg | 0.18mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.046mg | 0.2mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.557mg | 0.132mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.163mg | 0.064mg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.778g | 4.039g | 8% |
| Fats | 4.3g | 9.6g | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Protein | 11.12g | 7.9g | 6% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 38mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 104mg | 228mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 3.38g | 14.29g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 37µg | 4% | |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 3% | |
| Calories | 98kcal | 166kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.099mg | 0.582mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 159mg | 176mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 364mg | 379mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 1.718g | 1.437g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.38g | 8.29g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 3IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.67g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.147mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.5mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.591mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.116mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.934mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.269mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.577mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.748mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.326mg | 0% |
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
14%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
64%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hummus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hummus is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.67g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Hummus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.281g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hummus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is cheaper?
Hummus is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hummus is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cottage cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 15mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cottage cheese is relatively richer in vitamins