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Parsnip vs. Ice cream sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between parsnip and ice cream sandwich?

  • Parsnip is richer in fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, vitamin B5, manganese, and potassium, while ice cream sandwich is higher in copper and vitamin B2.
  • Parsnip's daily need coverage for fiber is 20% higher.
  • Parsnip is lower in saturated fat.
  • Parsnip has a higher glycemic index (97) than ice cream sandwich (61).

We used Parsnips, raw and Ice cream sandwich 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 21% 11% 33% 22% 40% 16% 30% 1.3% 73% 9.8%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 21% 26% 10% 9.8% 85% 16% 31% 17% 50% 17%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +226.1%
Contains more IronIron +126.9%
Contains less SodiumSodium -92.2%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +47%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +138.9%
Contains more CopperCopper +111.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +72.2%
~equal in Magnesium ~29mg
~equal in Zinc ~0.6mg
~equal in Phosphorus ~72mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 57% 0% 30% 0% 23% 12% 13% 36% 21% 0% 56% 50% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 29% 8% 0% 28% 34% 29% 13% 6.5% 6.3% 3.3% 26% 4.4%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +272.5%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +187.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +221.4%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +1630.8%
Contains more FolateFolate +97.1%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +23.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +192%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +123.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
18% 80%
Protein: 1.2 g
Fats: 0.3 g
Carbs: 17.99 g
Water: 79.53 g
Other: 0.98 g
4% 9% 37% 49%
Protein: 4.29 g
Fats: 8.57 g
Carbs: 37.14 g
Water: 48.9 g
Other: 1.1 g
Contains more WaterWater +62.6%
Contains more ProteinProtein +257.5%
Contains more FatsFats +2756.7%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +106.4%
Contains more OtherOther +12.2%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
24% 54% 22%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.05 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.112 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.047 g
32% 37% 31%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.317 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.661 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 2.272 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -97.8%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +2275.9%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +4734%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Parsnip Ice cream sandwich
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Parsnip Ice cream sandwich DV% diff.
Fiber 4.9g 0g 20%
Vitamin C 17mg 0mg 19%
Vitamin K 22.5µg 1.3µg 18%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.047g 2.272g 15%
Copper 0.12mg 0.254mg 15%
Fats 0.3g 8.57g 13%
Vitamin A 0µg 86µg 10%
Saturated fat 0.05g 2.317g 10%
Calories 75kcal 237kcal 8%
Folate 67µg 34µg 8%
Vitamin B5 0.6mg 0.209mg 8%
Potassium 375mg 115mg 8%
Manganese 0.56mg 0.381mg 8%
Vitamin B2 0.05mg 0.146mg 7%
Vitamin E 1.49mg 0.4mg 7%
Cholesterol 0mg 21mg 7%
Monounsaturated fat 0.112g 2.661g 6%
Protein 1.2g 4.29g 6%
Carbs 17.99g 37.14g 6%
Vitamin B6 0.09mg 0.028mg 5%
Vitamin B3 0.7mg 1.566mg 5%
Sodium 10mg 129mg 5%
Calcium 36mg 86mg 5%
Iron 0.59mg 0.26mg 4%
Vitamin B1 0.09mg 0.111mg 2%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.05µg 2%
Selenium 1.8µg 3.1µg 2%
Caffeine 0mg 4mg 1%
Choline 8mg 1%
Net carbs 13.09g 37.14g N/A
Magnesium 29mg 29mg 0%
Sugar 4.8g 18.57g N/A
Zinc 0.59mg 0.6mg 0%
Phosphorus 71mg 72mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.002g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.001g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Parsnip Ice cream sandwich
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
23%
Parsnip
14%
Ice cream sandwich
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
Parsnip
28%
Ice cream sandwich

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Parsnip
Parsnip is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parsnip
Parsnip is lower in Sugar (difference - 13.77g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Parsnip
Parsnip contains less Sodium (difference - 119mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Parsnip
Parsnip is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.267g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ice cream sandwich
Ice cream sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 36)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ice cream sandwich
Ice cream sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Parsnip - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170417/nutrients
  2. Ice cream sandwich - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172226/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.