Ricotta vs. Danish pastry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between ricotta and danish pastry
- Ricotta has more calcium, while danish pastry has more iron, manganese, vitamin B1, folate, vitamin B3, selenium, and copper.
- Danish pastry's daily need coverage for iron is 18% higher.
- Danish pastry contains 6 times less calcium than ricotta. Ricotta contains 207mg of calcium, while danish pastry contains 35mg.
- The amount of cholesterol in danish pastry is lower.
- Ricotta has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of ricotta is 27, while the glycemic index of danish pastry is 50.
The food types used in this comparison are Cheese, ricotta, whole milk and Danish pastry, cheese.
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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 | +491.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +65.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +46.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -79.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +36.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +373.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +323.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +5750% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +30.3% |
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 | +242.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +70% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +218.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1361.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1823.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +42.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +527.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +400% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +14.9% |
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:
8 g
Fats:
21.9 g
Carbs:
37.2 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
1.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +40.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +128.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +68.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1123.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +47.1% |
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
6.794 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.313 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.575 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -18.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +211.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +568.8% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Monounsaturated fat | 3.627g | 11.313g | 19% |
| Iron | 0.38mg | 1.8mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 207mg | 35mg | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 2.575g | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.013mg | 0.19mg | 15% |
| Manganese | 0.006mg | 0.351mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 84mg | 417mg | 14% |
| Fats | 12.98g | 21.9g | 14% |
| Folate | 12µg | 60µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg | 2mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 3.04g | 37.2g | 11% |
| Calories | 174kcal | 374kcal | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 23mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 120µg | 35µg | 9% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 18.9µg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.021mg | 0.089mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 8.295g | 6.794g | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 158mg | 108mg | 7% |
| Protein | 11.26g | 8g | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 0.2µg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 6.9µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.26mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.16mg | 0.7mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg | 0.304mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.35mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 10IU | 2IU | 1% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.04g | 36.2g | N/A |
| Potassium | 105mg | 98mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.27g | 6.95g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 20.1mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.125mg | 0.089mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.517mg | 0.293mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.589mg | 0.371mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.221mg | 0.644mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.338mg | 0.43mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.281mg | 0.174mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.556mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.692mg | 0.412mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.459mg | 0.205mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | 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 - 6.68g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ricotta contains less Sodium (difference - 333mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Danish pastry is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Danish pastry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.501g)
Which food is cheaper?
Danish pastry is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Danish pastry is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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