Ice cream vs. Milkshake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Ice cream and Milkshake?
- Ice cream is richer in Vitamin A RAE, and Monounsaturated Fat, yet Milkshake is richer in Vitamin D, and Vitamin B12.
- Ice cream's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 25% higher.
- Milkshake contains less Cholesterol.
We used Ice creams, vanilla and Milk shakes, thick vanilla types in this comparison.
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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 | +16.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +76.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -15.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +14.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +11.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +121.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +75% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +27.8% |
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 | +362.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +36.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +23.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +57.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +14.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +50% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +81.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +25.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +33.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +40% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +263% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +33% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +10.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +239.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +300% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -72.2% |
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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| Calories | 207kcal | 112kcal |
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| Protein | 3.5g | 3.86g |
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| Fats | 11g | 3.03g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 22.9g | 17.75g |
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| Carbs | 23.6g | 17.75g |
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| Cholesterol | 44mg | 12mg |
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| Vitamin D | 8IU | 48IU |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 12mg |
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| Calcium | 128mg | 146mg |
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| Potassium | 199mg | 183mg |
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| Iron | 0.09mg | 0.1mg |
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| Sugar | 21.22g | 17.75g |
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| Fiber | 0.7g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.023mg | 0.051mg |
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| Zinc | 0.69mg | 0.39mg |
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| Phosphorus | 105mg | 115mg |
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| Sodium | 80mg | 95mg |
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| Vitamin A | 421IU | 91IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 118µg | 25µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.008mg | 0.014mg |
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| Selenium | 1.8µg | 2.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.041mg | 0.03mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.24mg | 0.195mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.116mg | 0.146mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.581mg | 0.368mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.048mg | 0.042mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.39µg | 0.52µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0.2µg |
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| Folate | 5µg | 7µg |
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| Choline | 26mg | 14.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 6.79g | 1.886g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.969g | 0.875g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.452g | 0.113g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.045mg | 0.054mg |
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| Threonine | 0.146mg | 0.174mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.195mg | 0.234mg |
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| Leucine | 0.316mg | 0.378mg |
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| Lysine | 0.258mg | 0.306mg |
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| Methionine | 0.081mg | 0.097mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.157mg | 0.186mg |
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| Valine | 0.217mg | 0.258mg |
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| Histidine | 0.088mg | 0.105mg |
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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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| Low Glycemic Index 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%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
18%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Milkshake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Milkshake is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.47g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Milkshake is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.904g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Milkshake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Milkshake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ice cream contains less Sodium (difference - 15mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ice cream is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)