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Ricotta vs. Coleslaw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between ricotta and coleslaw

  • Ricotta has more phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, and zinc; however, coleslaw is higher in vitamin K, vitamin C, and fiber.
  • Coleslaw covers your daily need for vitamin K, 58% more than ricotta.
  • Ricotta has 34 times more vitamin B12 than coleslaw. While ricotta has 0.34µg of vitamin B12, coleslaw has only 0.01µg.
  • Coleslaw has less cholesterol.
  • The glycemic index of coleslaw is higher.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheese, ricotta, whole milk and Fast foods, coleslaw.

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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 7.9% 62% 9.3% 14% 7% 32% 68% 11% 0.78% 79%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 5.7% 9% 11% 8.3% 5% 3.8% 8.6% 26% 13% 0%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +37.5%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +590%
Contains more IronIron +72.7%
Contains more CopperCopper +40%
Contains more ZincZinc +728.6%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +690%
Contains less SodiumSodium -58.6%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +22.9%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +1600%

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 0% 40% 2.2% 3% 3.3% 45% 2% 13% 9.9% 43% 2.8% 9% 9.5%
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 49% 9.3% 11% 0% 6.5% 4.6% 3.9% 15% 26% 1.3% 177% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +328.6%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +875%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +3300%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +390.9%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +100%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +98.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +15.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +160.5%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +6345.5%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
11% 13% 3% 72%
Protein: 11.26 g
Fats: 12.98 g
Carbs: 3.04 g
Water: 71.7 g
Other: 1.02 g
10% 15% 73%
Protein: 0.95 g
Fats: 9.91 g
Carbs: 14.89 g
Water: 73.42 g
Other: 0.83 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +1085.3%
Contains more FatsFats +31%
Contains more OtherOther +22.9%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +389.8%
~equal in Water ~73.42g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
67% 29% 3%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 8.295 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 3.627 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.385 g
17% 28% 56%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.599 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.671 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 5.348 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +35.8%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -80.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1289.1%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Ricotta Coleslaw DV% diff.
Vitamin K 1.1µg 70.9µg 58%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.385g 5.348g 33%
Saturated fat 8.295g 1.599g 30%
Selenium 14.5µg 26%
Protein 11.26g 0.95g 21%
Phosphorus 158mg 20mg 20%
Calcium 207mg 30mg 18%
Vitamin C 0mg 14.6mg 16%
Cholesterol 51mg 4mg 16%
Vitamin B12 0.34µg 0.01µg 14%
Vitamin B2 0.195mg 0.02mg 13%
Vitamin A 120µg 28µg 10%
Zinc 1.16mg 0.14mg 9%
Fiber 0g 1.9g 8%
Sodium 84mg 203mg 5%
Vitamin B6 0.043mg 0.112mg 5%
Fats 12.98g 9.91g 5%
Carbs 3.04g 14.89g 4%
Manganese 0.006mg 0.102mg 4%
Folate 12µg 3%
Vitamin E 0.11mg 0.54mg 3%
Choline 17.5mg 3%
Iron 0.38mg 0.22mg 2%
Monounsaturated fat 3.627g 2.671g 2%
Fructose 1.44g 2%
Calories 174kcal 153kcal 1%
Vitamin B5 0.213mg 0.246mg 1%
Vitamin B1 0.013mg 0.026mg 1%
Vitamin D 0.2µg 1%
Copper 0.021mg 0.015mg 1%
Potassium 105mg 129mg 1%
Magnesium 11mg 8mg 1%
Vitamin D 10IU 1%
Vitamin B3 0.104mg 0.206mg 1%
Net carbs 3.04g 12.99g N/A
Sugar 0.27g 12.19g N/A
Trans fat 0.037g N/A
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%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.006g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.001g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.279g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.024g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.006g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.979g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Ricotta Coleslaw
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
14%
Ricotta
23%
Coleslaw
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
Ricotta
9%
Coleslaw

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 11.92g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ricotta
Ricotta contains less Sodium (difference - 119mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ricotta
Ricotta is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Coleslaw
Coleslaw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 47mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Coleslaw
Coleslaw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.696g)
Which food is cheaper?
Coleslaw
Coleslaw is cheaper (difference - $2)
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. Ricotta - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170851/nutrients
  2. Coleslaw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170300/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.