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Sherbet vs. Macaroon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between sherbet and macaroon?

  • Sherbet is richer in vitamin B12, while macaroon is higher in copper, fiber, selenium, iron, and vitamin B6.
  • Macaroon's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 95% higher.
  • Sherbet is lower in sodium.
  • Sherbet has a higher glycemic index (59) than macaroon (32).

We used Sherbet, orange and Cookies, coconut macaroon types in this comparison.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 5.7% 16% 8.5% 5.3% 9.3% 13% 17% 6% 1.4% 8.2%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 21% 1.5% 11% 31% 90% 20% 29% 31% 0% 37%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +980%
Contains less SodiumSodium -80.9%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +262.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +28.1%
Contains more IronIron +485.7%
Contains more CopperCopper +860.7%
Contains more ZincZinc +52.1%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +70%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +353.3%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 7.7% 4% 0.2% 0% 6.8% 22% 1.2% 13% 5.3% 16% 0% 3% 4.2%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 3.8% 0% 5% 14% 4.1% 0% 22% 0% 2.8% 2.3% 5%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +35%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +61.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +33.3%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +1800%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +249.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +317.4%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +18.2%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 30% 66%
Protein: 1.1 g
Fats: 2 g
Carbs: 30.4 g
Water: 66.1 g
Other: 0.4 g
3% 23% 61% 12% 2%
Protein: 3.02 g
Fats: 22.55 g
Carbs: 61.22 g
Water: 11.5 g
Other: 1.71 g
Contains more WaterWater +474.8%
Contains more ProteinProtein +174.5%
Contains more FatsFats +1027.5%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +101.4%
Contains more OtherOther +327.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
66% 30% 5%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.16 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.53 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.08 g
89% 7% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 20.099 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.81 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -94.2%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +203.8%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +912.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Sherbet Macaroon
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Sherbet Macaroon DV% diff.
Saturated fat 1.16g 20.099g 86%
Fats 2g 22.55g 32%
Copper 0.028mg 0.269mg 27%
Calories 144kcal 460kcal 16%
Fiber 1.3g 5.1g 15%
Selenium 1.5µg 6.8µg 10%
Carbs 30.4g 61.22g 10%
Iron 0.14mg 0.82mg 9%
Sodium 46mg 241mg 8%
Vitamin B6 0.023mg 0.096mg 6%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.08g 0.81g 5%
Magnesium 8mg 29mg 5%
Vitamin B12 0.13µg 0µg 5%
Calcium 54mg 5mg 5%
Phosphorus 40mg 68mg 4%
Protein 1.1g 3.02g 4%
Vitamin B5 0.224mg 4%
Vitamin B2 0.097mg 0.06mg 3%
Monounsaturated fat 0.53g 1.61g 3%
Vitamin C 2.3mg 0mg 3%
Zinc 0.48mg 0.73mg 2%
Vitamin K 0µg 1.1µg 1%
Potassium 96mg 123mg 1%
Vitamin B3 0.063mg 0.22mg 1%
Vitamin E 0.01mg 0.19mg 1%
Vitamin A 12µg 0µg 1%
Vitamin B1 0.027mg 0.02mg 1%
Net carbs 29.1g 56.12g N/A
Cholesterol 1mg 0mg 0%
Sugar 24.32g 45.16g N/A
Manganese 0.011mg 0%
Folate 4µg 3µg 0%
Choline 7.7mg 9.1mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Sherbet Macaroon
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
6%
Sherbet
5%
Macaroon
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Sherbet
27%
Macaroon

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sherbet
Sherbet is lower in Sugar (difference - 20.84g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sherbet
Sherbet contains less Sodium (difference - 195mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sherbet
Sherbet is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.939g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Macaroon
Macaroon is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Macaroon
Macaroon is relatively richer in minerals
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Sherbet - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167577/nutrients
  2. Macaroon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171847/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.