Ice cream vs. Coffee — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between ice cream and coffee
- Ice cream is richer than coffee in vitamin B12, phosphorus, vitamin A, vitamin B2, calcium, vitamin B5, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for saturated Fat for ice cream is 34% higher.
- Coffee contains less cholesterol.
- Coffee has a lower glycemic index than ice cream.
Food types used in this article are Ice creams, vanilla and Beverages, coffee, brewed, prepared with tap water.
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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 | +366.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +6300% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +306.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +800% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1050% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +3350% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +3400% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +187.5% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2900% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +192.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +215.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +128.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +4700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +200% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +150% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +64.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2816.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +54900% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +91.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +62.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +19693.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +45100% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -100% |
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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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 207kcal | 1kcal |
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| Protein | 3.5g | 0.12g |
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| Fats | 11g | 0.02g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 22.9g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 23.6g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 44mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin D | 8IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 3mg |
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| Calcium | 128mg | 2mg |
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| Potassium | 199mg | 49mg |
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| Iron | 0.09mg | 0.01mg |
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| Sugar | 21.22g | 0g |
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| Fiber | 0.7g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.023mg | 0.002mg |
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| Zinc | 0.69mg | 0.02mg |
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| Phosphorus | 105mg | 3mg |
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| Sodium | 80mg | 2mg |
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| Vitamin A | 421IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 118µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 0.01mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.008mg | 0.023mg |
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| Selenium | 1.8µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.041mg | 0.014mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.24mg | 0.076mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.116mg | 0.191mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.581mg | 0.254mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.048mg | 0.001mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.39µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0.1µg |
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| Folate | 5µg | 2µg |
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| Choline | 26mg | 2.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 6.79g | 0.002g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.969g | 0.015g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.452g | 0.001g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.045mg | 0mg |
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| Threonine | 0.146mg | 0.001mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.195mg | 0.002mg |
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| Leucine | 0.316mg | 0.005mg |
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| Lysine | 0.258mg | 0.001mg |
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| Methionine | 0.081mg | 0mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.157mg | 0.003mg |
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| Valine | 0.217mg | 0.003mg |
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| Histidine | 0.088mg | 0.002mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g |
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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
17%
3%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
1%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ice cream is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Ice cream is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ice cream is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Coffee is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 44mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Coffee is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.22g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Coffee contains less Sodium (difference - 78mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Coffee is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.788g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Coffee is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)