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Espresso vs. SlimFast shake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Espresso and SlimFast shake

  • Espresso has more Vitamin B3, however, SlimFast shake has more Vitamin E, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B5, Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Phosphorus, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B1, and Calcium.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin E from SlimFast shake is 30% higher.
  • SlimFast shake has 2 times less Vitamin B3 than Espresso. Espresso has 5.207mg of Vitamin B3, while SlimFast shake has 2.39mg.

Food types used in this article are Beverages, coffee, brewed, espresso, restaurant-prepared and Beverages, SLIMFAST, Meal replacement, High Protein Shake, Ready-To-Drink, 3-2-1 plan.

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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 57% 0.6% 10% 4.9% 17% 1.4% 3% 1.8% 6.5% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 31% 39% 16% 36% 4.7% 23% 58% 9.4% 0% 25%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +81.8%
Contains more CopperCopper +257.1%
Contains less SodiumSodium -80.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +6400%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +55.7%
Contains more IronIron +638.5%
Contains more ZincZinc +1600%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1842.9%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%

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 0.67% 0% 0.2% 0% 0.25% 41% 98% 1.7% 0.46% 0% 0.25% 0.75% 1.4%
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 65% 34% 92% 33% 43% 44% 45% 72% 48% 75% 16% 29% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +117.9%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +9600%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +45700%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +16900%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +4167.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +10300%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +6400%
Contains more FolateFolate +3800%
~equal in Vitamin B2 ~0.19mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 98%
Protein: 0.12 g
Fats: 0.18 g
Carbs: 1.67 g
Water: 97.8 g
Other: 0.23 g
7% 3% 88%
Protein: 6.59 g
Fats: 2.88 g
Carbs: 0.85 g
Water: 88.33 g
Other: 1.35 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +96.5%
Contains more ProteinProtein +5391.7%
Contains more FatsFats +1500%
Contains more OtherOther +487%
~equal in Water ~88.33g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
50% 50%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 0.092 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.092 g
16% 74% 10%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 0.45 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 2.1 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.29 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -79.6%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +∞%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +215.2%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Espresso SlimFast shake
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Espresso SlimFast shake Opinion
Calories 9kcal 58kcal SlimFast shake
Protein 0.12g 6.59g SlimFast shake
Fats 0.18g 2.88g SlimFast shake
Vitamin C 0.2mg 19.4mg SlimFast shake
Net carbs 1.67g 0.45g Espresso
Carbs 1.67g 0.85g Espresso
Cholesterol 0mg 4mg Espresso
Vitamin D 0IU 45IU SlimFast shake
Magnesium 80mg 44mg Espresso
Calcium 2mg 130mg SlimFast shake
Potassium 115mg 179mg SlimFast shake
Iron 0.13mg 0.96mg SlimFast shake
Sugar 0g 0.6g Espresso
Fiber 0g 0.4g SlimFast shake
Copper 0.05mg 0.014mg Espresso
Zinc 0.05mg 0.85mg SlimFast shake
Phosphorus 7mg 136mg SlimFast shake
Sodium 14mg 72mg Espresso
Vitamin A 0IU 565IU SlimFast shake
Vitamin A 0µg 171µg SlimFast shake
Vitamin E 0.01mg 4.58mg SlimFast shake
Vitamin D 0µg 1.1µg SlimFast shake
Manganese 0.05mg Espresso
Selenium 0µg 4.5µg SlimFast shake
Vitamin B1 0.001mg 0.17mg SlimFast shake
Vitamin B2 0.177mg 0.19mg SlimFast shake
Vitamin B3 5.207mg 2.39mg Espresso
Vitamin B5 0.028mg 1.195mg SlimFast shake
Vitamin B6 0.002mg 0.208mg SlimFast shake
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.6µg SlimFast shake
Vitamin K 0.1µg 6.5µg SlimFast shake
Folate 1µg 39µg SlimFast shake
Choline 2.6mg 0mg Espresso
Saturated Fat 0.092g 0.45g Espresso
Monounsaturated Fat 0g 2.1g SlimFast shake
Polyunsaturated fat 0.092g 0.29g SlimFast shake

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Espresso SlimFast shake
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
11%
Espresso
46%
SlimFast shake
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
10%
Espresso
24%
SlimFast shake

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
SlimFast shake
SlimFast shake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
SlimFast shake
SlimFast shake is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
SlimFast shake
SlimFast shake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Espresso
Espresso is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Espresso
Espresso is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.6g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Espresso
Espresso contains less Sodium (difference - 58mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Espresso
Espresso is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.358g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Espresso
Espresso is lower in glycemic index (difference - 37)

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. Espresso - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171891/nutrients
  2. SlimFast shake - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173170/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.