Ice cream vs. Turnip — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are ice cream and turnip different?
- Ice cream is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B2, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin A, and vitamin B5; however, turnip is richer in vitamin C and copper.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for ice cream is 34% higher.
- Turnip has less cholesterol.
- Ice cream has a lower glycemic index (62) than turnip (73).
Ice creams, vanilla and Turnips, raw 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 | +27.3% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +326.7% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +155.6% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +288.9% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +157.1% |
Contains more IronIron | +233.3% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +269.6% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -16.3% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1575% |
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 | +900% |
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +700% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +190.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +200% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +134.2% |
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +3400% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +244.8% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +87.5% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more ProteinProtein | +288.9% |
Contains more FatsFats | +10900% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +267% |
Contains more OtherOther | +28.6% |
Contains more WaterWater | +50.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +49383.3% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +752.8% |
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.8% |
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 Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sugar |
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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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Rich in minerals |
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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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Saturated fat | 6.79g | 0.011g | 31% |
Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 21mg | 23% |
Fats | 11g | 0.1g | 17% |
Vitamin B12 | 0.39µg | 0µg | 16% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.24mg | 0.03mg | 16% |
Cholesterol | 44mg | 0mg | 15% |
Vitamin A | 118µg | 0µg | 13% |
Phosphorus | 105mg | 27mg | 11% |
Calcium | 128mg | 30mg | 10% |
Calories | 207kcal | 28kcal | 9% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.581mg | 0.2mg | 8% |
Monounsaturated fat | 2.969g | 0.006g | 7% |
Copper | 0.023mg | 0.085mg | 7% |
Carbs | 23.6g | 6.43g | 6% |
Manganese | 0.008mg | 0.134mg | 5% |
Protein | 3.5g | 0.9g | 5% |
Fiber | 0.7g | 1.8g | 4% |
Zinc | 0.69mg | 0.27mg | 4% |
Folate | 5µg | 15µg | 3% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.048mg | 0.09mg | 3% |
Iron | 0.09mg | 0.3mg | 3% |
Choline | 26mg | 11.1mg | 3% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.452g | 0.053g | 3% |
Vitamin B3 | 0.116mg | 0.4mg | 2% |
Selenium | 1.8µg | 0.7µg | 2% |
Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 0.03mg | 2% |
Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
Sodium | 80mg | 67mg | 1% |
Magnesium | 14mg | 11mg | 1% |
Vitamin D | 8IU | 0IU | 1% |
Net carbs | 22.9g | 4.63g | N/A |
Potassium | 199mg | 191mg | 0% |
Sugar | 21.22g | 3.8g | N/A |
Vitamin B1 | 0.041mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0.1µg | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.045mg | 0.009mg | 0% |
Threonine | 0.146mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
Isoleucine | 0.195mg | 0.036mg | 0% |
Leucine | 0.316mg | 0.033mg | 0% |
Lysine | 0.258mg | 0.036mg | 0% |
Methionine | 0.081mg | 0.011mg | 0% |
Phenylalanine | 0.157mg | 0.017mg | 0% |
Valine | 0.217mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
Histidine | 0.088mg | 0.014mg | 0% |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | 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%

11%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%

12%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Turnip is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 44mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Turnip is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.42g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Turnip contains less Sodium (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Turnip is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.779g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Ice cream is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Ice cream is relatively richer in minerals
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 ($)