Ice cream vs. Sugar substitute — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between ice cream and sugar substitute
- Ice cream is richer in vitamin B2, phosphorus, vitamin B5, and zinc, yet sugar substitute is richer in calcium.
- Daily need coverage for calcium for sugar substitute is 75% higher.
- Ice cream contains 17 times more zinc than sugar substitute. Ice cream contains 0.69mg of zinc, while sugar substitute contains 0.04mg.
- Sugar substitute contains less sugar.
- Sugar substitute has a lower glycemic index than ice cream.
Food types used in this article are Ice creams, vanilla and Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown.
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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 | +133.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +410.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +228.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1625% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1212.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +586.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +77.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +175% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +173.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +626.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +220% |
| 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:
3.5 g
Fats:
11 g
Carbs:
23.6 g
Water:
61 g
Other:
0.9 g
Protein:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +69.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +567.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +259.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +347.8% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 128mg | 879mg | 75% |
| Saturated fat | 6.79g | 31% | |
| Sodium | 80mg | 572mg | 21% |
| Carbs | 23.6g | 84.77g | 20% |
| Fats | 11g | 0g | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.24mg | 0.015mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.39µg | 16% | |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 15% | |
| Phosphorus | 105mg | 8mg | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 118µg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.581mg | 0.08mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.969g | 7% | |
| Calories | 207kcal | 347kcal | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 0.04mg | 6% |
| Choline | 26mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 199mg | 39mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.452g | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.048mg | 0.015mg | 3% |
| Protein | 3.5g | 2.06g | 3% |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.041mg | 0.015mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.023mg | 0.007mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 6mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.09mg | 0.16mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Folate | 5µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 8IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.116mg | 1% | |
| Starch | 3.52g | 1% | |
| Manganese | 0.008mg | 0.022mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 22.9g | 84.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 21.22g | 4.03g | N/A |
| Fiber | 0.7g | 0.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.045mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.146mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.195mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.316mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.258mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.081mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.157mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.217mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.088mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 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
18%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 44mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sugar substitute is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.19g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.79g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sugar substitute is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ice cream contains less Sodium (difference - 492mg)
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 ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.