Ice cream sandwich vs. Penne — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between ice cream sandwich and penne
- Ice cream sandwich is richer in vitamin A, monounsaturated fat, and polyunsaturated fat, yet penne is richer in fiber, iron, and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for fiber for penne is 11% higher.
- Penne contains less sugar.
- Penne has a lower glycemic index than ice cream sandwich.
Food types used in this article are Ice cream sandwich and KASHI Three Cheese Penne, frozen, unprepared.
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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 CopperCopper | +∞% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -48% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
Contains more IronIron | +207.7% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +83.3% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +63.9% |
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 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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:
5.7 g
Fats:
4 g
Carbs:
16.8 g
Water:
72.4 g
Other:
1.1 g
Contains more FatsFats | +114.3% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +121.1% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +32.9% |
Contains more WaterWater | +48.1% |
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Other
~1.1g
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
2.3 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +166.1% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +468% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~2.3g
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 Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in minerals |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in price | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Copper | 0.254mg | 28% | |
Manganese | 0.381mg | 17% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 2.272g | 0.4g | 12% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.146mg | 11% | |
Fiber | 0g | 2.7g | 11% |
Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 10% | |
Vitamin A | 86µg | 10% | |
Folate | 34µg | 9% | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.111mg | 9% | |
Phosphorus | 72mg | 118mg | 7% |
Fats | 8.57g | 4g | 7% |
Carbs | 37.14g | 16.8g | 7% |
Iron | 0.26mg | 0.8mg | 7% |
Selenium | 3.1µg | 6% | |
Calories | 237kcal | 126kcal | 6% |
Zinc | 0.6mg | 1.1mg | 5% |
Sodium | 129mg | 248mg | 5% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.209mg | 4% | |
Monounsaturated fat | 2.661g | 1g | 4% |
Vitamin E | 0.4mg | 3% | |
Protein | 4.29g | 5.7g | 3% |
Cholesterol | 21mg | 12mg | 3% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.028mg | 2% | |
Vitamin B12 | 0.05µg | 2% | |
Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 1% | |
Choline | 8mg | 1% | |
Caffeine | 4mg | 1% | |
Net carbs | 37.14g | 14.1g | N/A |
Magnesium | 29mg | 30mg | 0% |
Calcium | 86mg | 89mg | 0% |
Potassium | 115mg | 122mg | 0% |
Sugar | 18.57g | 1.9g | N/A |
Trans fat | 0.2g | N/A | |
Saturated fat | 2.317g | 2.3g | 0% |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A |
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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%

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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%

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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Penne is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Penne is lower in Sugar (difference - 16.67g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Penne is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.017g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Penne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Penne is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?

Ice cream sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 119mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Ice cream sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)