Penne vs. Ice cream sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between penne and ice cream sandwich
- Penne is richer in fiber, iron, and phosphorus, yet ice cream sandwich is richer in vitamin A, monounsaturated fat, and polyunsaturated fat.
- Daily need coverage for fiber for penne is 11% higher.
- Penne contains 3 times more iron than ice cream sandwich. Penne contains 0.8mg of iron, while ice cream sandwich contains 0.26mg.
- Ice cream sandwich contains less sodium.
- Penne has a lower glycemic index than ice cream sandwich.
Food types used in this article are KASHI Three Cheese Penne, frozen, unprepared and Ice cream sandwich.
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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 | +207.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +83.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +63.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -48% |
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.
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.7 g
Fats:
4 g
Carbs:
16.8 g
Water:
72.4 g
Other:
1.1 g
Protein:
4.29 g
Fats:
8.57 g
Carbs:
37.14 g
Water:
48.9 g
Other:
1.1 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +32.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +48.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +114.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +121.1% |
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Other
~1.1g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.3 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.317 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.661 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.272 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +166.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +468% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~2.317g
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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| Copper | 0.254mg | 28% | |
| Manganese | 0.381mg | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 2.272g | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.146mg | 11% | |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 0g | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin A | 86µg | 10% | |
| Folate | 34µg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.111mg | 9% | |
| Phosphorus | 118mg | 72mg | 7% |
| Fats | 4g | 8.57g | 7% |
| Carbs | 16.8g | 37.14g | 7% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 0.26mg | 7% |
| Selenium | 3.1µg | 6% | |
| Calories | 126kcal | 237kcal | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.6mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 248mg | 129mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.209mg | 4% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1g | 2.661g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.4mg | 3% | |
| Protein | 5.7g | 4.29g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 21mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.028mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.05µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 1% | |
| Choline | 8mg | 1% | |
| Caffeine | 4mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 14.1g | 37.14g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 29mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 89mg | 86mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 122mg | 115mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.9g | 18.57g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.2g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 2.3g | 2.317g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A |
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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
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28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Penne is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Penne is lower in Sugar (difference - 16.67g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Penne is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.017g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Penne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Penne is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ice cream sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 119mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ice cream sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)