Ice cream vs. Croissant — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between ice cream and croissant
- Ice cream is richer in vitamin B12 and calcium, yet croissant is richer in selenium, vitamin B1, iron, folate, manganese, and vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for croissant is 38% higher.
- Ice cream contains 3 times more calcium than croissant. Ice cream contains 128mg of calcium, while croissant contains 37mg.
- Ice cream contains less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Ice creams, vanilla and Croissants, butter.
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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 | +245.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +68.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -82.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +14.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2155.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +247.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +4025% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1161.1% |
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 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +143.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +74.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +180% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +846.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1786.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +48.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +20.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +500% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1660% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +49.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +162.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +134.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +90.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +94.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +100% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -41.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +86.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +142% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 1.8µg | 22.7µg | 38% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.041mg | 0.388mg | 29% |
| Iron | 0.09mg | 2.03mg | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 6.79g | 11.659g | 22% |
| Folate | 5µg | 88µg | 21% |
| Sodium | 80mg | 467mg | 17% |
| Fats | 11g | 21g | 15% |
| Manganese | 0.008mg | 0.33mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.116mg | 2.188mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.39µg | 0.16µg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 118µg | 206µg | 10% |
| Calories | 207kcal | 406kcal | 10% |
| Calcium | 128mg | 37mg | 9% |
| Protein | 3.5g | 8.2g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 67mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.7g | 2.6g | 8% |
| Carbs | 23.6g | 45.8g | 7% |
| Copper | 0.023mg | 0.08mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.581mg | 0.861mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.969g | 5.525g | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.452g | 1.094g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 0.84mg | 4% |
| Choline | 26mg | 38.8mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 199mg | 118mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.048mg | 0.058mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 1.8µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 0.75mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 8IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 22.9g | 43.2g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 21.22g | 11.26g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 105mg | 105mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.24mg | 0.241mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.045mg | 0.099mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.146mg | 0.284mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.195mg | 0.365mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.316mg | 0.623mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.258mg | 0.329mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.081mg | 0.175mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.157mg | 0.416mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.217mg | 0.41mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.088mg | 0.187mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.002g | 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
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35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Ice cream is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ice cream contains less Sodium (difference - 387mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Ice cream is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.869g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Croissant is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.96g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Croissant is lower in glycemic index (difference - 6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Croissant is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Croissant is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)