Cream of Rice vs. Arepa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between cream of Rice and arepa
- Cream of Rice has more iron; however, arepa is higher in phosphorus, fiber, calcium, vitamin A, vitamin B6, zinc, magnesium, and selenium.
- Cream of Rice covers your daily need for iron, 37% more than arepa.
- Cream of Rice has less saturated fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cereals, CREAM OF RICE, cooked with water, with salt and Restaurant, Latino, arepa (unleavened cornmeal bread).
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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 IronIron | +280.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +13.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -35.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +24.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +800% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +8800% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +340% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +400% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +588.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +103.3% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +17% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1350% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +165.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +296.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.9 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
11.5 g
Water:
87.5 g
Other:
0 g
Protein:
5.48 g
Fats:
5.38 g
Carbs:
37.14 g
Water:
50.8 g
Other:
1.2 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +72.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +508.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5280% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +223% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.02 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.031 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.027 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.902 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.514 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.989 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +4783.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3563% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 3.96mg | 1.04mg | 37% |
| Phosphorus | 17mg | 117mg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02g | 2.902g | 13% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 2.6g | 10% |
| Carbs | 11.5g | 37.14g | 9% |
| Protein | 0.9g | 5.48g | 9% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 89mg | 9% |
| Calories | 52kcal | 219kcal | 8% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 5.38g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 61µg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.027g | 0.989g | 6% |
| Selenium | 3µg | 6.1µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.027mg | 0.107mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.16mg | 0.8mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 3mg | 27mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.031g | 1.514g | 4% |
| Sodium | 173mg | 270mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.076mg | 0.202mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 3.5µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.02mg | 0.29mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 20mg | 88mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.018mg | 0.042mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.144mg | 0.116mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.039mg | 0.888mg | 1% |
| Folate | 3µg | 1% | |
| Choline | 4.4mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 11.4g | 34.54g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.04g | 0.87g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.034mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.071mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.157g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.013mg | 0.048mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.044mg | 0.193mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.015mg | 0.207mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.073mg | 0.671mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.037mg | 0.228mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.026mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.037mg | 0.276mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.057mg | 0.276mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.026mg | 0.166mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.825g | N/A |
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
4%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cream of Rice is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cream of Rice is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.83g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cream of Rice contains less Sodium (difference - 97mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cream of Rice is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.882g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cream of Rice is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Arepa is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.