Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) vs. Ricotta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) and ricotta
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is richer in iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, folate, manganese, vitamin B2, and vitamin K, yet ricotta is richer in calcium.
- Daily need coverage for iron for saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is 65% higher.
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) contains 114 times more manganese than ricotta. Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) contains 0.686mg of manganese, while ricotta contains 0.006mg.
- Ricotta contains less sodium.
- Ricotta has a lower glycemic index than saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup).
Food types used in this article are Crackers, saltines (includes oyster, soda, soup) and Cheese, ricotta, whole milk.
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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 | +109.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +44.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1365.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +561.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +11333.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +989.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +68.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +54.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +40.8% |
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 | +945.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +5300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +149.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +6094.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +151.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2209.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1016.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +11900% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +277.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.46 g
Fats:
8.64 g
Carbs:
74.05 g
Water:
5.05 g
Other:
2.8 g
Protein:
11.26 g
Fats:
12.98 g
Carbs:
3.04 g
Water:
71.7 g
Other:
1.02 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2335.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +174.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +19% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +50.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1319.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.653 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.986 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.835 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.295 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.627 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.385 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -80.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1155.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +82.6% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 5.57mg | 0.38mg | 65% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.702mg | 0.013mg | 57% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.442mg | 0.104mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 941mg | 84mg | 37% |
| Folate | 134µg | 12µg | 31% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.835g | 0.385g | 30% |
| Saturated fat | 1.653g | 8.295g | 30% |
| Manganese | 0.686mg | 0.006mg | 30% |
| Starch | 67.83g | 28% | |
| Carbs | 74.05g | 3.04g | 24% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.487mg | 0.195mg | 22% |
| Vitamin K | 25.4µg | 1.1µg | 20% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 207mg | 19% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 51mg | 17% |
| Copper | 0.139mg | 0.021mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 120µg | 13% |
| Calories | 418kcal | 174kcal | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 0g | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.09µg | 0.34µg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 102mg | 158mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 10.3µg | 14.5µg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1.15mg | 0.11mg | 7% |
| Fats | 8.64g | 12.98g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg | 0.213mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 1.16mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.986g | 3.627g | 4% |
| Protein | 9.46g | 11.26g | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.086mg | 0.043mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 11mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 152mg | 105mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 10IU | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 71.25g | 3.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.29g | 0.27g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.167g | N/A | |
| Choline | 16.7mg | 17.5mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.116mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.268mg | 0.517mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.333mg | 0.589mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.652mg | 1.221mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.172mg | 1.338mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.147mg | 0.281mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.45mg | 0.556mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.399mg | 0.692mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.197mg | 0.459mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.19g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.535g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.25g | N/A |
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
51%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
62%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.642g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.02g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ricotta contains less Sodium (difference - 857mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is cheaper?
Ricotta is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
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.