Ricotta vs. Neufchâtel cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Ricotta and Neufchâtel cheese?
- Ricotta is higher in Selenium, and Calcium, yet Neufchâtel cheese is higher in Vitamin A, Vitamin B5, Monounsaturated Fat, and Polyunsaturated fat.
- Neufchâtel cheese's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 22% more.
- Ricotta has 5 times more Selenium than Neufchâtel cheese. While Ricotta has 14.5µg of Selenium, Neufchâtel cheese has only 3µg.
- The amount of Cholesterol in Ricotta is lower.
We used Cheese, ricotta, whole milk and Cheese, neufchatel types in this article.
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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 | +76.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +192.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +41.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +14.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -74.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +383.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +44.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +28.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +83.3% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +25.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +13.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +89% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +263.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +69.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +101.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +170% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +54.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +16.7% |
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:
9.15 g
Fats:
22.78 g
Carbs:
3.59 g
Water:
63.11 g
Other:
1.37 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +13.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +75.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +34.3% |
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
12.79 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.784 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.97 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -35.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +59.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +151.9% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 174kcal | 253kcal |
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| Protein | 11.26g | 9.15g |
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| Fats | 12.98g | 22.78g |
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| Net carbs | 3.04g | 3.59g |
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| Carbs | 3.04g | 3.59g |
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| Cholesterol | 51mg | 74mg |
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| Vitamin D | 10IU |
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| Magnesium | 11mg | 10mg |
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| Calcium | 207mg | 117mg |
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| Potassium | 105mg | 152mg |
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| Iron | 0.38mg | 0.13mg |
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| Sugar | 0.27g | 3.19g |
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| Copper | 0.021mg | 0.027mg |
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| Zinc | 1.16mg | 0.82mg |
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| Starch | 0.5g |
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| Phosphorus | 158mg | 138mg |
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| Sodium | 84mg | 334mg |
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| Vitamin A | 445IU | 841IU |
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| Vitamin A | 120µg | 241µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.4mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.006mg | 0.011mg |
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| Selenium | 14.5µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.013mg | 0.022mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.155mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg | 0.21mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg | 0.575mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.041mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 0.3µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1.7µg |
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| Folate | 12µg | 14µg |
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| Choline | 17.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 8.295g | 12.79g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.627g | 5.784g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 0.97g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.125mg | 0.106mg |
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| Threonine | 0.517mg | 0.359mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.589mg | 0.501mg |
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| Leucine | 1.221mg | 1.013mg |
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| Lysine | 1.338mg | 0.875mg |
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| Methionine | 0.281mg | 0.294mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.556mg | 0.448mg |
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| Valine | 0.692mg | 0.609mg |
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| Histidine | 0.459mg | 0.27mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.117g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
21%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Ricotta is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.92g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ricotta contains less Sodium (difference - 250mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Ricotta is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.495g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (27)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)
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.
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.