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Romano cheese vs. Ice cream sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between romano cheese and ice cream sandwich?

  • Romano cheese is richer in phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, and vitamin B2, while ice cream sandwich is higher in copper.
  • Romano cheese's daily need coverage for phosphorus is 98% higher.
  • Ice cream sandwich has 22 times less vitamin B12 than romano cheese. Romano cheese has 1.12µg of vitamin B12, while ice cream sandwich has 0.05µg.
  • Ice cream sandwich is lower in sodium.
  • Ice cream sandwich has a higher glycemic index (61) than romano cheese (27).

We used Cheese, romano and Ice cream sandwich 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 29% 319% 7.6% 29% 10% 70% 326% 187% 2.6% 79%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 21% 26% 10% 9.8% 85% 16% 31% 17% 50% 17%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +41.4%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +1137.2%
Contains more IronIron +196.2%
Contains more ZincZinc +330%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +955.6%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +367.7%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +33.7%
Contains more CopperCopper +746.7%
Contains less SodiumSodium -91%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +1805%

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 0% 32% 4.6% 7.5% 9.3% 85% 1.4% 25% 20% 140% 5.5% 5.3% 8.4%
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% 29% 8% 0% 28% 34% 29% 13% 6.5% 6.3% 3.3% 26% 4.4%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +11.6%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +153.4%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +102.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +203.6%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +2140%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +69.2%
Contains more CholineCholine +92.5%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +73.9%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +200%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +1933.8%
Contains more FolateFolate +385.7%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
32% 27% 4% 31% 7%
Protein: 31.8 g
Fats: 26.94 g
Carbs: 3.63 g
Water: 30.91 g
Other: 6.72 g
4% 9% 37% 49%
Protein: 4.29 g
Fats: 8.57 g
Carbs: 37.14 g
Water: 48.9 g
Other: 1.1 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +641.3%
Contains more FatsFats +214.4%
Contains more OtherOther +510.9%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +923.1%
Contains more WaterWater +58.2%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
67% 31% 2%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 17.115 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 7.838 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.593 g
32% 37% 31%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.317 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.661 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 2.272 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +194.6%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -86.5%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +283.1%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Romano cheese Ice cream sandwich DV% diff.
Calcium 1064mg 86mg 98%
Phosphorus 760mg 72mg 98%
Saturated fat 17.115g 2.317g 67%
Sodium 1433mg 129mg 57%
Protein 31.8g 4.29g 55%
Vitamin B12 1.12µg 0.05µg 45%
Fats 26.94g 8.57g 28%
Cholesterol 104mg 21mg 28%
Copper 0.03mg 0.254mg 25%
Selenium 14.5µg 3.1µg 21%
Zinc 2.58mg 0.6mg 18%
Vitamin B2 0.37mg 0.146mg 17%
Manganese 0.02mg 0.381mg 16%
Monounsaturated fat 7.838g 2.661g 13%
Carbs 3.63g 37.14g 11%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.593g 2.272g 11%
Vitamin B3 0.077mg 1.566mg 9%
Calories 387kcal 237kcal 8%
Folate 7µg 34µg 7%
Vitamin B1 0.037mg 0.111mg 6%
Iron 0.77mg 0.26mg 6%
Vitamin B6 0.085mg 0.028mg 4%
Vitamin B5 0.424mg 0.209mg 4%
Vitamin D 0.5µg 0µg 3%
Magnesium 41mg 29mg 3%
Vitamin D 20IU 0IU 3%
Potassium 86mg 115mg 1%
Caffeine 0mg 4mg 1%
Choline 15.4mg 8mg 1%
Vitamin A 96µg 86µg 1%
Vitamin E 0.23mg 0.4mg 1%
Vitamin K 2.2µg 1.3µg 1%
Net carbs 3.63g 37.14g N/A
Sugar 0.73g 18.57g N/A
Tryptophan 0.429mg 0%
Threonine 1.171mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.685mg 0%
Leucine 3.071mg 0%
Lysine 2.941mg 0%
Methionine 0.852mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.71mg 0%
Valine 2.183mg 0%
Histidine 1.231mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.002g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.001g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Romano cheese Ice cream sandwich
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
26%
Romano cheese
14%
Ice cream sandwich
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
106%
Romano cheese
28%
Ice cream sandwich

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Romano cheese
Romano cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.84g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Romano cheese
Romano cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 34)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Romano cheese
Romano cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Romano cheese
Romano cheese is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Ice cream sandwich
Ice cream sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 83mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ice cream sandwich
Ice cream sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 1304mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Ice cream sandwich
Ice cream sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 14.798g)
Which food is cheaper?
Ice cream sandwich
Ice cream sandwich is cheaper (difference - $4.6)

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. Romano cheese - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171249/nutrients
  2. Ice cream sandwich - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172226/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.