Ricotta vs. Avocado oil — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between ricotta and avocado oil?
- Ricotta is richer than avocado oil in selenium, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B2, vitamin B12, zinc, and vitamin A.
- Ricotta's daily need coverage for selenium is 26% more.
- The amount of saturated fat in ricotta is lower.
- The glycemic index of avocado oil is lower.
We used Cheese, ricotta, whole milk and Oil, avocado types in this article.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.26 g
Fats:
12.98 g
Carbs:
3.04 g
Water:
71.7 g
Other:
1.02 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
100 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
0 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +670.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.295 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.627 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.385 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
11.56 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
70.554 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
13.486 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -28.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1845.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3402.9% |
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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| Monounsaturated fat | 3.627g | 70.554g | 167% |
| Fats | 12.98g | 100g | 134% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 13.486g | 87% |
| Calories | 174kcal | 884kcal | 36% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 0µg | 26% |
| Protein | 11.26g | 0g | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 158mg | 0mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 207mg | 0mg | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 17% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 8.295g | 11.56g | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 120µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Zinc | 1.16mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Iron | 0.38mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 84mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Folate | 12µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 105mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.021mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.013mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 10IU | 1% | |
| Carbs | 3.04g | 0g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.04g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.27g | N/A | |
| Manganese | 0.006mg | 0mg | 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
14%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ricotta is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Ricotta is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.265g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ricotta is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Avocado oil is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Avocado oil is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.27g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Avocado oil contains less Sodium (difference - 84mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Avocado oil is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)