Ricotta vs. Sugar substitute — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between ricotta and sugar substitute
- Ricotta is higher in phosphorus, vitamin B2, and zinc, yet sugar substitute is higher in calcium.
- Sugar substitute covers your daily calcium needs 67% more than ricotta.
- Ricotta contains 29 times more zinc than sugar substitute. While ricotta contains 1.16mg of zinc, sugar substitute contains only 0.04mg.
- The amount of sodium in ricotta is lower.
- The glycemic index of ricotta is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Cheese, ricotta, whole milk and Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown.
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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 | +83.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +169.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +137.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +200% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2800% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1875% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +324.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +266.7% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +166.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +186.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +15.4% |
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:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +446.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +684.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2688.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +295.1% |
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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| Calcium | 207mg | 879mg | 67% |
| Saturated fat | 8.295g | 38% | |
| Carbs | 3.04g | 84.77g | 27% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 84mg | 572mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 158mg | 8mg | 21% |
| Fats | 12.98g | 0g | 20% |
| Protein | 11.26g | 2.06g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 17% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.015mg | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 120µg | 13% | |
| Zinc | 1.16mg | 0.04mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.627g | 9% | |
| Calories | 174kcal | 347kcal | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 3% | |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 3% | |
| Folate | 12µg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.38mg | 0.16mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg | 0.08mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.015mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.6g | 2% |
| Copper | 0.021mg | 0.007mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 39mg | 2% |
| Starch | 3.52g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 10IU | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 6mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg | 1% | |
| Manganese | 0.006mg | 0.022mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 3.04g | 84.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.27g | 4.03g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.013mg | 0.015mg | 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%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.295g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sugar substitute is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.76g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ricotta contains less Sodium (difference - 488mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ricotta is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ricotta is relatively richer in vitamins