Ricotta vs. Currant — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between ricotta and currants
- Ricotta has more selenium, calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, and vitamin B2; however, currants are richer in vitamin C, fiber, and copper.
- Currants cover your daily vitamin C needs 46% more than ricotta.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Cheese, ricotta, whole milk and Currants, red and white, raw.
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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 | +527.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +404.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +259.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2316.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +18.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +161.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +163.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +409.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3000% |
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 | +5900% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +290% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +232.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +130.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +207.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +62.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +900% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +704.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +6390% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +56.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +353.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +12853.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +337.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.8% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 41mg | 46% |
| Saturated fat | 8.295g | 0.017g | 38% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 0.6µg | 25% |
| Protein | 11.26g | 1.4g | 20% |
| Fats | 12.98g | 0.2g | 20% |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.3g | 17% |
| Calcium | 207mg | 33mg | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 0mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 158mg | 44mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 120µg | 2µg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.05mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.021mg | 0.107mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.627g | 0.028g | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 11µg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.38mg | 1mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.16mg | 0.23mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.006mg | 0.186mg | 8% |
| Calories | 174kcal | 56kcal | 6% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 275mg | 5% |
| Fructose | 3.53g | 4% | |
| Carbs | 3.04g | 13.8g | 4% |
| Sodium | 84mg | 1mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg | 0.064mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.013mg | 0.04mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 0.088g | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.07mg | 2% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 7.6mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 10IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Folate | 12µg | 8µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.04g | 9.5g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 13mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.27g | 7.37g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg | 0.1mg | 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%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.1g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ricotta is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Currant is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Currant contains less Sodium (difference - 83mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Currant is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.278g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Currant is lower in glycemic index (difference - 2)
Which food is cheaper?
Currant is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.