Ice cream sandwich vs. Dates — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between ice cream sandwich and dates
- Ice cream sandwich is higher in vitamin B2 and vitamin A, yet dates are higher in fiber, potassium, vitamin B6, iron, and vitamin B5.
- Dates cover your daily fiber needs 32% more than ice cream sandwich.
- The glycemic index of dates is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Ice cream sandwich and Dates, deglet noor.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +120.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +23.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +106.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +16.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +45.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +48.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +470.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +292.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
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 | +700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +113.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +121.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +22.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +78.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +27% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +181.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +489.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +107.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.29 g
Fats:
8.57 g
Carbs:
37.14 g
Water:
48.9 g
Other:
1.1 g
Protein:
2.45 g
Fats:
0.39 g
Carbs:
75.03 g
Water:
20.53 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +75.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2097.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +138.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +102% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +45.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.317 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.661 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.272 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.032 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.036 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.019 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +7291.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +11857.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.6% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 0g | 8g | 32% |
| Fructose | 19.56g | 24% | |
| Potassium | 115mg | 656mg | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.272g | 0.019g | 15% |
| Fats | 8.57g | 0.39g | 13% |
| Carbs | 37.14g | 75.03g | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.028mg | 0.165mg | 11% |
| Iron | 0.26mg | 1.02mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 86µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2.317g | 0.032g | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.209mg | 0.589mg | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.661g | 0.036g | 7% |
| Sodium | 129mg | 2mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.146mg | 0.066mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 39mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.254mg | 0.206mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.381mg | 0.262mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.111mg | 0.052mg | 5% |
| Folate | 34µg | 19µg | 4% |
| Protein | 4.29g | 2.45g | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.6mg | 0.29mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 43mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.05µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Calories | 237kcal | 282kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 1.274mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.4mg | 0.05mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 72mg | 62mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 2.7µg | 1% |
| Caffeine | 4mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 37.14g | 67.03g | N/A |
| Sugar | 18.57g | 63.35g | N/A |
| Selenium | 3.1µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Choline | 8mg | 6.3mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.043mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.049mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.084mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.022mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.05mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.071mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.032mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | 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
14%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ice cream sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 44.78g)
Which food is cheaper?
Ice cream sandwich is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ice cream sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ice cream sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Dates is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dates contains less Sodium (difference - 127mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Dates is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.285g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Dates is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)