Ricotta vs. Ice cream sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Ricotta and Ice cream sandwich
- Ricotta is richer in Selenium, Phosphorus, Calcium, and Vitamin B12, yet Ice cream sandwich is richer in Copper, Manganese, Vitamin B3, and Vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for Saturated Fat from Ricotta is 30% higher.
- Ricotta contains 7 times more Vitamin B12 than Ice cream sandwich. Ricotta contains 0.34µg of Vitamin B12, while Ice cream sandwich contains 0.05µg.
- Ice cream sandwich contains less Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, ricotta, whole milk and Ice cream sandwich.
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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 | +140.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +46.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +93.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +119.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -34.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +367.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +163.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1109.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +6250% |
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 | +55.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +33.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +53.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +580% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +118.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +263.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +753.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1405.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +18.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +183.3% |
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:
4.29 g
Fats:
8.57 g
Carbs:
37.14 g
Water:
48.9 g
Other:
1.1 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +162.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +51.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +46.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1121.7% |
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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
2.317 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.661 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.272 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +36.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -72.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +490.1% |
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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| Calories | 174kcal | 237kcal |
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| Protein | 11.26g | 4.29g |
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| Fats | 12.98g | 8.57g |
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| Net carbs | 3.04g | 37.14g |
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| Carbs | 3.04g | 37.14g |
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| Cholesterol | 51mg | 21mg |
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| Vitamin D | 10IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 11mg | 29mg |
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| Calcium | 207mg | 86mg |
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| Potassium | 105mg | 115mg |
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| Iron | 0.38mg | 0.26mg |
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| Sugar | 0.27g | 18.57g |
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| Copper | 0.021mg | 0.254mg |
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| Zinc | 1.16mg | 0.6mg |
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| Phosphorus | 158mg | 72mg |
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| Sodium | 84mg | 129mg |
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| Vitamin A | 445IU | 286IU |
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| Vitamin A | 120µg | 86µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.4mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.006mg | 0.381mg |
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| Selenium | 14.5µg | 3.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.013mg | 0.111mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.146mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg | 1.566mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg | 0.209mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.028mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 0.05µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1.3µg |
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| Folate | 12µg | 34µg |
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| Choline | 17.5mg | 8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 8.295g | 2.317g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.627g | 2.661g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 2.272g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.125mg |
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| Threonine | 0.517mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.589mg |
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| Leucine | 1.221mg |
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| Lysine | 1.338mg |
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| Methionine | 0.281mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.556mg |
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| Valine | 0.692mg |
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| Histidine | 0.459mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g |
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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
13%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ricotta contains less Sodium (difference - 45mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 34)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Ice cream sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Ice cream sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.978g)
Which food is cheaper?
Ice cream sandwich is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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