Ricotta vs. Peppermint — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between ricotta and peppermint
- The amount of vitamin A, iron, manganese, vitamin C, copper, fiber, folate, and magnesium in peppermint is higher than in ricotta.
- Peppermint covers your daily vitamin A needs 76% more than ricotta.
- Peppermint has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of peppermint is 70, while the glycemic index of ricotta is 27.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Cheese, ricotta, whole milk and Peppermint, fresh.
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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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +116.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +627.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +17.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +441.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1236.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1466.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -63.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +19500% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +76.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +530.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +36.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1540.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +58.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +200% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +850% |
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:
3.75 g
Fats:
0.94 g
Carbs:
14.89 g
Water:
78.65 g
Other:
1.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +200.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1280.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +389.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +73.5% |
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Water
~78.65g
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
0.246 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.033 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.508 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +10890.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +31.9% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.38mg | 5.08mg | 59% |
| Manganese | 0.006mg | 1.176mg | 51% |
| Saturated fat | 8.295g | 0.246g | 37% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 31.8mg | 35% |
| Copper | 0.021mg | 0.329mg | 34% |
| Fiber | 0g | 8g | 32% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 26% | |
| Folate | 12µg | 114µg | 26% |
| Fats | 12.98g | 0.94g | 19% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 0mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 80mg | 16% |
| Protein | 11.26g | 3.75g | 15% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 569mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 158mg | 73mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg | 1.706mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 120µg | 212µg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.627g | 0.033g | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.129mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.013mg | 0.082mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.266mg | 5% |
| Calories | 174kcal | 70kcal | 5% |
| Calcium | 207mg | 243mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 3.04g | 14.89g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg | 0.338mg | 3% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 84mg | 31mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 0.508g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 10IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.04g | 6.89g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.27g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 1.16mg | 1.11mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.125mg | 0.058mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.517mg | 0.154mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.589mg | 0.154mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.221mg | 0.281mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.338mg | 0.161mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.281mg | 0.053mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.556mg | 0.191mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.692mg | 0.187mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.459mg | 0.075mg | 0% |
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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%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
70%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 43)
Which food is cheaper?
Ricotta is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Peppermint is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peppermint is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.27g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peppermint contains less Sodium (difference - 53mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peppermint is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.049g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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