Napa cabbage vs. Ricotta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between napa cabbage and ricotta?
- Napa cabbage is richer in manganese, copper, and folate, yet ricotta is richer in selenium, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, and zinc.
- Ricotta's daily need coverage for selenium is 26% higher.
- Napa cabbage has 34 times more manganese than ricotta. Napa cabbage has 0.203mg of manganese, while ricotta has 0.006mg.
We used Cabbage, napa, cooked and Cheese, ricotta, whole milk 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 IronIron | +94.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +357.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3283.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +37.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +613.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +20.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +728.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +731.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3525% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +348.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +258.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +823.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +160% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +680% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +508.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.1 g
Fats:
0.17 g
Carbs:
2.23 g
Water:
96.33 g
Other:
0.17 g
Protein:
11.26 g
Fats:
12.98 g
Carbs:
3.04 g
Water:
71.7 g
Other:
1.02 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +34.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +923.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +7535.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +36.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +500% |
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 | 8.295g | 38% | |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 14.5µg | 26% |
| Fats | 0.17g | 12.98g | 20% |
| Protein | 1.1g | 11.26g | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 19mg | 158mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 207mg | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 51mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.34µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.195mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 13µg | 120µg | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.14mg | 1.16mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.627g | 9% | |
| Manganese | 0.203mg | 0.006mg | 9% |
| Folate | 43µg | 12µg | 8% |
| Calories | 12kcal | 174kcal | 8% |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.021mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.74mg | 0.38mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.035mg | 0.213mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3.2mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 3% | |
| Sodium | 11mg | 84mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.466mg | 0.104mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 87mg | 105mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.005mg | 0.013mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 11mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 10IU | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 2.23g | 3.04g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2.23g | 3.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.27g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.037mg | 0.043mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.125mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.517mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.589mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.221mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.338mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.281mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.556mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.692mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.459mg | 0% |
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
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14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
12%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ricotta is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ricotta is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Napa cabbage is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Napa cabbage is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.27g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Napa cabbage contains less Sodium (difference - 73mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Napa cabbage is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.295g)
Which food is cheaper?
Napa cabbage is cheaper (difference - $2)