Ricotta vs. True morels — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between ricotta and true morels?
- Ricotta is richer in selenium and calcium, yet true morels are richer in iron, copper, vitamin D, manganese, vitamin B3, fiber, and potassium.
- True morels' daily need coverage for iron is 148% higher.
- Ricotta has 128 times more saturated fat than true morels. Ricotta has 8.295g of saturated fat, while true morels have 0.065g.
We used Cheese, ricotta, whole milk and Mushrooms, morel, raw types in this comparison.
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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 | +381.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +559.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +72.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +291.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +3105.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2876.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +75% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +22.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -75% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +9683.3% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +2450% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +430.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2065.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +106.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +216.3% |
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:
3.12 g
Fats:
0.57 g
Carbs:
5.1 g
Water:
89.61 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +260.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2177.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +67.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +25% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +56.9% |
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
0.065 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.052 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.433 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +6875% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +12.5% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.38mg | 12.18mg | 148% |
| Copper | 0.021mg | 0.625mg | 67% |
| Saturated fat | 8.295g | 0.065g | 37% |
| Vitamin D | 10IU | 206IU | 25% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 5.1µg | 25% |
| Manganese | 0.006mg | 0.587mg | 25% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 2.2µg | 22% |
| Fats | 12.98g | 0.57g | 19% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 207mg | 43mg | 16% |
| Protein | 11.26g | 3.12g | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg | 2.252mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 120µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.8g | 11% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 411mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.627g | 0.052g | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.16mg | 2.03mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.136mg | 7% |
| Calories | 174kcal | 31kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg | 0.44mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.013mg | 0.069mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 158mg | 194mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 84mg | 21mg | 3% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 19mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.205mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1% | |
| Folate | 12µg | 9µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.04g | 5.1g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.04g | 2.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.27g | 0.6g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 0.433g | 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% | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.215g | N/A |
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%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
96%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
True morels is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
True morels contains less Sodium (difference - 63mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
True morels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.23g)
Which food is cheaper?
True morels is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
True morels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.33g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
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.