Ricotta vs. Baked beans — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between ricotta and baked beans
- Ricotta has more selenium, calcium, vitamin B12, and vitamin B2, while baked beans have more fiber, iron, and copper.
- Ricotta's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 32% higher.
- The amount of cholesterol in baked beans is lower.
- Ricotta has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of ricotta is 27, while the glycemic index of baked beans is 40.
The food types used in this comparison are Cheese, ricotta, whole milk and Beans, baked, home prepared.
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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 | +239.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +58.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +45% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -80.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +154.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +290.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +241% |
| Contains more IronIron | +423.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +657.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +4150% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +298% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +37.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +946.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +292.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +109.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
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:
5.54 g
Fats:
5.15 g
Carbs:
21.63 g
Water:
65.17 g
Other:
2.51 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +103.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +152% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +611.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +146.1% |
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Water
~65.17g
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
1.948 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.133 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.74 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +70% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -76.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +92.2% |
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 | 1.948g | 29% |
| Fiber | 0g | 5.5g | 22% |
| Iron | 0.38mg | 1.99mg | 20% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 5.7µg | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 5mg | 15% |
| Calcium | 207mg | 61mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.021mg | 0.159mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 84mg | 422mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 120µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Fats | 12.98g | 5.15g | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.006mg | 0.255mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.049mg | 11% |
| Protein | 11.26g | 5.54g | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.013mg | 0.136mg | 10% |
| Folate | 12µg | 48µg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 43mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 358mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 158mg | 109mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 3.04g | 21.63g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.627g | 2.133g | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.09mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 1.16mg | 0.73mg | 4% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 0.74g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg | 0.408mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1% | |
| Calories | 174kcal | 155kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg | 0.155mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 10IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.04g | 16.13g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.27g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.125mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.517mg | 0.228mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.589mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.221mg | 0.428mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.338mg | 0.379mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.281mg | 0.086mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.556mg | 0.287mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.692mg | 0.282mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.459mg | 0.153mg | 0% |
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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%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
39%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ricotta contains less Sodium (difference - 338mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Baked beans is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 46mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Baked beans is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.27g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Baked beans is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.347g)
Which food is cheaper?
Baked beans is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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