Cottage cheese vs. Molasses — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between cottage cheese and molasses?
- Cottage cheese is richer in phosphorus and vitamin B12, yet molasses are richer in manganese, iron, magnesium, copper, vitamin B6, potassium, and selenium.
- Molasses' daily need coverage for manganese is 66% higher.
- Molasses contain less sodium.
We used Cheese, cottage, creamed, large or small curd and Molasses 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 ZincZinc | +37.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +412.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +2925% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +147% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1307.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +6642.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1579.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +76400% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +83.5% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +8050% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +38.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +51.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +839.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +44.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1356.5% |
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:
0 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
74.73 g
Water:
21.87 g
Other:
3.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4200% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +264.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2110.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +134% |
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
0.018 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.032 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2331.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +146% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
2.67 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
29.4 g
Glucose:
11.92 g
Fructose:
12.79 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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Starch
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Maltose
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Galactose
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.002mg | 1.53mg | 66% |
| Iron | 0.07mg | 4.72mg | 58% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 242mg | 56% |
| Copper | 0.029mg | 0.487mg | 51% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.046mg | 0.67mg | 48% |
| Potassium | 104mg | 1464mg | 40% |
| Carbs | 3.38g | 74.73g | 24% |
| Protein | 11.12g | 0g | 22% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.43µg | 0µg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 159mg | 31mg | 18% |
| Fructose | 0g | 12.79g | 16% |
| Selenium | 9.7µg | 17.8µg | 15% |
| Sodium | 364mg | 37mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.163mg | 0.002mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 205mg | 12% |
| Calories | 98kcal | 290kcal | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.718g | 0.018g | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Fats | 4.3g | 0.1g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.557mg | 0.804mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.099mg | 0.93mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 37µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Folate | 12µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.778g | 0.032g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.027mg | 0.041mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.4mg | 0.29mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 13.3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.38g | 74.73g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 3IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.67g | 74.72g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.123g | 0.05g | 0% |
| 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% |
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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%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
103%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Molasses is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Molasses contains less Sodium (difference - 327mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Molasses is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.7g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Molasses is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cottage cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 72.05g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cottage cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.