Ricotta vs. Avocado — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between ricotta and avocadoes
- Ricotta has more selenium and calcium; however, avocadoes are higher in fiber, vitamin B5, copper, folate, vitamin K, and vitamin B6.
- Ricotta covers your daily need for saturated fat, 31% more than avocadoes.
- The glycemic index of avocadoes is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheese, ricotta, whole milk and Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +1625% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +81.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +203.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3525% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +163.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +361.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +44.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +804.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2266.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +1614.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +23.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1781.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +415.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1571.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +552.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +497.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1809.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +575% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +463% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +12.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +180.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +54.9% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -74.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +170.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +371.7% |
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 | 2.126g | 28% |
| Fiber | 0g | 6.7g | 27% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 0.4µg | 26% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg | 1.389mg | 24% |
| Calcium | 207mg | 12mg | 20% |
| Protein | 11.26g | 2g | 19% |
| Copper | 0.021mg | 0.19mg | 19% |
| Folate | 12µg | 81µg | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 0mg | 17% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 21µg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.257mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 158mg | 52mg | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.627g | 9.799g | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 2.07mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 120µg | 7µg | 13% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 485mg | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 10mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg | 1.738mg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 1.816g | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.006mg | 0.142mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.13mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.013mg | 0.067mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.16mg | 0.64mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 29mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 84mg | 7mg | 3% |
| Fats | 12.98g | 14.66g | 3% |
| Iron | 0.38mg | 0.55mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 3.04g | 8.53g | 2% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 14.2mg | 1% |
| Calories | 174kcal | 160kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 10IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.04g | 1.83g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.27g | 0.66g | N/A |
| Starch | 0.11g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.125mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.517mg | 0.073mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.589mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.221mg | 0.143mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.338mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.281mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.556mg | 0.097mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.692mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.459mg | 0.049mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.12g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.111g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.39g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Avocado is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Avocado contains less Sodium (difference - 77mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Avocado is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.169g)
Which food is cheaper?
Avocado is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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