Mandarin orange vs. Ricotta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mandarin oranges and ricotta
- Mandarin oranges are richer in vitamin C and fiber, yet ricotta is richer in selenium, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for ricotta is 41% higher.
- Mandarin oranges contain less saturated fat.
- Ricotta has a lower glycemic index than mandarin oranges.
Food types used in this article are Tangerines, (mandarin oranges), raw and Cheese, ricotta, whole milk.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +58.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +100% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +550% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +459.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +153.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1557.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +690% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +14400% |
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 EVitamin E | +81.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +346.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +261.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +81.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +252.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +441.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +71.6% |
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:
11.26 g
Fats:
12.98 g
Carbs:
3.04 g
Water:
71.7 g
Other:
1.02 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +338.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1290.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4087.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +175.7% |
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
8.295 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.627 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.385 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5945% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +492.3% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0.039g | 8.295g | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 26.7mg | 0mg | 30% |
| Selenium | 0.1µg | 14.5µg | 26% |
| Protein | 0.81g | 11.26g | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 20mg | 158mg | 20% |
| Fats | 0.31g | 12.98g | 19% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 51mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 207mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.34µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.036mg | 0.195mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.07mg | 1.16mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 34µg | 120µg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.06g | 3.627g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 0g | 7% |
| Calories | 53kcal | 174kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.058mg | 0.013mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 84mg | 4% |
| Fructose | 2.4g | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.15mg | 0.38mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 13.34g | 3.04g | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.078mg | 0.043mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.065g | 0.385g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.376mg | 0.104mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.021mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 166mg | 105mg | 2% |
| Folate | 16µg | 12µg | 1% |
| Choline | 10.2mg | 17.5mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 0.11mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 10IU | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.039mg | 0.006mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 11.54g | 3.04g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 11mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 10.58g | 0.27g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.216mg | 0.213mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.002mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.016mg | 0.517mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.017mg | 0.589mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.028mg | 1.221mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.032mg | 1.338mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.002mg | 0.281mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.018mg | 0.556mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.021mg | 0.692mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.011mg | 0.459mg | 0% |
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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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.31g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mandarin orange is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mandarin orange contains less Sodium (difference - 82mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mandarin orange is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.256g)
Which food is cheaper?
Mandarin orange is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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