Mandarin orange vs. Pizza — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between mandarin oranges and pizza?
- Mandarin oranges are higher in vitamin C; however, pizza is richer in selenium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, folate, and vitamin B12.
- Pizza's daily need coverage for selenium is 36% more.
- Pizza contains 19 times less vitamin C than mandarin oranges. Mandarin oranges contain 26.7mg of vitamin C, while pizza contains 1.4mg.
- Mandarin oranges have less saturated fat.
- Mandarin oranges have a lower glycemic index (47) than pizza (60).
We used Tangerines, (mandarin oranges), raw and Fast Food, Pizza Chain, 14" pizza, cheese topping, regular crust types 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 less SodiumSodium | -99.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +408.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1553.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +150% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1814.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +980% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +823.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +19800% |
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 | +1807.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +102.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +315% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +572.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +441.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +917.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +481.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +60.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.81 g
Fats:
0.31 g
Carbs:
13.34 g
Water:
85.17 g
Other:
0.37 g
Protein:
11.39 g
Fats:
9.69 g
Carbs:
33.33 g
Water:
43.17 g
Other:
2.42 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +97.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1306.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3025.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +149.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +554.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.039 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.06 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.065 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.465 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.608 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.681 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +4246.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2486.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
6.05 g
Glucose:
2.13 g
Fructose:
2.4 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
26.95 g
Sucrose:
0.2 g
Glucose:
0.78 g
Fructose:
1 g
Lactose:
0.42 g
Maltose:
1.05 g
Galactose:
0.13 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +2925% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +173.1% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +140% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 minerals |
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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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| Selenium | 0.1µg | 19.9µg | 36% |
| Iron | 0.15mg | 2.48mg | 29% |
| Phosphorus | 20mg | 216mg | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 26.7mg | 1.4mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.058mg | 0.39mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 598mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.376mg | 3.825mg | 22% |
| Protein | 0.81g | 11.39g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 0.039g | 4.465g | 20% |
| Folate | 16µg | 93µg | 19% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.42µg | 18% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 188mg | 15% |
| Fats | 0.31g | 9.69g | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.039mg | 0.36mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.036mg | 0.195mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.07mg | 1.34mg | 12% |
| Calories | 53kcal | 266kcal | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.065g | 1.681g | 11% |
| Starch | 0g | 26.95g | 11% |
| Carbs | 13.34g | 33.33g | 7% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.105mg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 17mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 6.7µg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.06g | 2.608g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 34µg | 69µg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 0.83mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.216mg | 4% | |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 24mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 2.3g | 2% |
| Fructose | 2.4g | 1g | 2% |
| Choline | 10.2mg | 16.4mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 11.54g | 31.03g | N/A |
| Potassium | 166mg | 172mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 10.58g | 3.58g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.078mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.241g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.002mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.016mg | 0.41mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.017mg | 0.564mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.028mg | 1.139mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.032mg | 0.77mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.002mg | 0.264mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.018mg | 0.664mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.021mg | 0.72mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.011mg | 0.355mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.175g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.367g | 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
14%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
7%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pizza is lower in Sugar (difference - 7g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pizza is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pizza is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pizza is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mandarin orange is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mandarin orange contains less Sodium (difference - 596mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mandarin orange is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.426g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mandarin orange is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)