Chocolate ice cream vs. Potato salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between chocolate ice cream and potato salad
- Chocolate ice cream has more vitamin B12, vitamin B2, calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin A; however, potato salad has more vitamin C and vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for chocolate ice cream is 27% higher.
- Potato salad is lower in saturated fat.
- Chocolate ice cream has a higher glycemic index than potato salad.
Food types used in this article are Ice creams, chocolate and Potato salad, home-prepared.
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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 | +93.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +473.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +43.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +87.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +105.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +38.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +64% |
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 | +268.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +223.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +128.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1328.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +83.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +293.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +156.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
11 g
Carbs:
28.2 g
Water:
55.7 g
Other:
1.3 g
Protein:
2.68 g
Fats:
8.2 g
Carbs:
11.17 g
Water:
76 g
Other:
1.95 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +41.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +34.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +152.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +36.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.8 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.21 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.41 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.429 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.48 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.737 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +29.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -79% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +811.5% |
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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| Saturated fat | 6.8g | 1.429g | 24% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.41g | 3.737g | 22% |
| Sodium | 76mg | 529mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.29µg | 0µg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 34mg | 68mg | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 118µg | 32µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.194mg | 0.06mg | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 10mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 109mg | 19mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 107mg | 52mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.055mg | 0.141mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 28.2g | 11.17g | 6% |
| Choline | 22.5mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.93mg | 0.65mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.226mg | 0.89mg | 4% |
| Fats | 11g | 8.2g | 4% |
| Calories | 216kcal | 143kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.042mg | 0.077mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 2.5µg | 4.1µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 15mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 2% | |
| Folate | 16µg | 7µg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.14mg | 0.101mg | 2% |
| Protein | 3.8g | 2.68g | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.58mg | 0.31mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.135mg | 0.118mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.21g | 2.48g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 8IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Caffeine | 3mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 27g | 9.87g | N/A |
| Potassium | 249mg | 254mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 25.36g | N/A | |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 1.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.554mg | 0.534mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.141mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.202mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.171mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.135mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.172mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.062mg | 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
17%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
24%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 25.36g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.371g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chocolate ice cream is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 34mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate ice cream contains less Sodium (difference - 453mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate ice cream is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chocolate ice cream is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)