Ricotta vs. Pumpkin pie — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between ricotta and pumpkin pie
- Ricotta has more selenium, calcium, and phosphorus; however, pumpkin pie has more vitamin A, copper, vitamin B1, vitamin K, and manganese.
- Pumpkin pie's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 60% more.
- Ricotta has 4 times more saturated fat than pumpkin pie. Ricotta has 8.295g of saturated fat, while pumpkin pie has 1.988g.
- Pumpkin pie has a higher glycemic index than ricotta.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Cheese, ricotta, whole milk and Pie, pumpkin, commercially prepared.
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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 | +223.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +197.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +95.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -64.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +168.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +27.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +59% |
| Contains more IronIron | +136.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +604.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3683.3% |
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 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +57.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +273.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +590.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1261.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +964.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +112.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +46.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1100% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +116.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +114.3% |
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:
3.9 g
Fats:
9.75 g
Carbs:
34.83 g
Water:
50.39 g
Other:
1.13 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +188.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +33.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +42.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1045.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +10.8% |
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
1.988 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.6 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.77 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -76% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +26.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +359.7% |
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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| Vitamin A | 120µg | 448µg | 36% |
| Saturated fat | 8.295g | 1.988g | 29% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 5.4µg | 17% |
| Protein | 11.26g | 3.9g | 15% |
| Copper | 0.021mg | 0.148mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 207mg | 64mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.013mg | 0.177mg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 158mg | 81mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 3.04g | 34.83g | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.006mg | 0.227mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 13.2µg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 1.77g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 26mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.38mg | 0.9mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.8g | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.16mg | 0.39mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 84mg | 239mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg | 1.107mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg | 0.452mg | 5% |
| Fats | 12.98g | 9.75g | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.124mg | 5% |
| Folate | 12µg | 26µg | 4% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 37.5mg | 4% |
| Fructose | 2.85g | 4% | |
| Starch | 10.73g | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.76mg | 4% |
| Calories | 174kcal | 243kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.063mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.627g | 4.6g | 2% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 167mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 10IU | 2IU | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 14mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.04g | 33.03g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.27g | 18.88g | N/A |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 0.35µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.125mg | 0.048mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.517mg | 0.154mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.589mg | 0.158mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.221mg | 0.297mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.338mg | 0.192mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.281mg | 0.249mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.556mg | 0.175mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.692mg | 0.211mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.459mg | 0.088mg | 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%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.61g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ricotta contains less Sodium (difference - 155mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pumpkin pie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 25mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pumpkin pie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.307g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pumpkin pie is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pumpkin pie is relatively richer in vitamins
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.