Ricotta vs. Agave nectar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are ricotta and agave nectar different?
- Ricotta is richer in selenium, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, and zinc, while agave nectar is higher in vitamin C, vitamin K, and vitamin B6.
- Ricotta covers your daily need for saturated fat, 41% more than agave nectar.
- Agave nectar is lower in saturated fat.
- Ricotta has a higher glycemic index (27) than agave nectar (13).
Cheese, ricotta, whole milk and Sweetener, syrup, agave types were used 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +1000% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +20600% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +2525% |
| Contains more IronIron | +322.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +133.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +11500% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15700% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +20% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +752.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.2% |
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 | +1400% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +18.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +31.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +790.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +838.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +562.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +444.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1945.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +150% |
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:
0.09 g
Fats:
0.45 g
Carbs:
76.37 g
Water:
22.94 g
Other:
0.15 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12411.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2784.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +212.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +580% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2412.2% |
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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| Fructose | 55.6g | 70% | |
| Saturated fat | 8.295g | 0g | 38% |
| Carbs | 3.04g | 76.37g | 24% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 1.7µg | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 158mg | 1mg | 22% |
| Protein | 11.26g | 0.09g | 22% |
| Calcium | 207mg | 1mg | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 17mg | 19% |
| Fats | 12.98g | 0.45g | 19% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 22.5µg | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 0mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.234mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 120µg | 8µg | 12% |
| Zinc | 1.16mg | 0.01mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.627g | 0g | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.013mg | 0.122mg | 9% |
| Calories | 174kcal | 310kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.98mg | 6% |
| Folate | 12µg | 30µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.38mg | 0.09mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg | 0.689mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 84mg | 4mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 4mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 0g | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.165mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 1mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.021mg | 0.009mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.2g | 1% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 13.3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 10IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.04g | 76.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.27g | 68.03g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.006mg | 0.005mg | 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% |
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%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
2%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ricotta is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 67.76g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Agave nectar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Agave nectar contains less Sodium (difference - 80mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Agave nectar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.295g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Agave nectar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)
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.