Ice cream sandwich vs. Spaghetti — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are ice cream sandwich and spaghetti different?
- Ice cream sandwich is higher in copper, vitamin B2, calcium, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, and folate; however, spaghetti is richer in selenium and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for spaghetti is 42% higher.
- Spaghetti has a lower glycemic index (49) than ice cream sandwich (61).
Ice cream sandwich and Pasta, cooked, unenriched, without added salt are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +61.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1128.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +161.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +154% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +17.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +24.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +18.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +92.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +751.6% |
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 | +566.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +455% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +630% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +291.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +86.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +385.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +75% |
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:
5.8 g
Fats:
0.93 g
Carbs:
30.86 g
Water:
62.13 g
Other:
0.28 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +821.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +20.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +292.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +35.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +27.1% |
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
0.176 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.131 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.326 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1931.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +596.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -92.4% |
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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| Selenium | 3.1µg | 26.4µg | 42% |
| Copper | 0.254mg | 0.1mg | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.272g | 0.326g | 13% |
| Fats | 8.57g | 0.93g | 12% |
| Starch | 26.01g | 11% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.317g | 0.176g | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.146mg | 0.02mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 86µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 7mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.111mg | 0.02mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 0.4mg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Folate | 34µg | 7µg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.8g | 7% |
| Sodium | 129mg | 1mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.661g | 0.131g | 6% |
| Calories | 237kcal | 158kcal | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.381mg | 0.322mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.26mg | 0.5mg | 3% |
| Protein | 4.29g | 5.8g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 18mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 72mg | 58mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 37.14g | 30.86g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.209mg | 0.112mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.028mg | 0.049mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.05µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 115mg | 44mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.4mg | 0.06mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.6mg | 0.51mg | 1% |
| Caffeine | 4mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 37.14g | 29.06g | N/A |
| Sugar | 18.57g | 0.56g | N/A |
| Choline | 8mg | 6.4mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.083mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.206mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.228mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.44mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.133mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.065mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.297mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.262mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.132mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.03g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.024g | 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%
3%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Spaghetti is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spaghetti is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.01g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Spaghetti contains less Sodium (difference - 128mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Spaghetti is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.141g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Spaghetti is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is cheaper?
Ice cream sandwich is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
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