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Sherbet vs. Ricotta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between sherbet and ricotta

  • Sherbet has more fiber; however, ricotta is higher in selenium, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, vitamin A, vitamin B2, and zinc.
  • Ricotta covers your daily need for saturated fat, 36% more than sherbet.
  • Sherbet has less saturated fat.
  • The glycemic index of sherbet is higher.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Sherbet, orange 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.
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 7.9% 62% 9.3% 14% 7% 32% 68% 11% 0.78% 79%
Contains more CopperCopper +33.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -45.2%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +83.3%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +37.5%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +283.3%
Contains more IronIron +171.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +141.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +295%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +866.7%
~equal in Potassium ~105mg

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%
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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% 40% 2.2% 3% 3.3% 45% 2% 13% 9.9% 43% 2.8% 9% 9.5%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +107.7%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +900%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +1000%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +101%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +65.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +87%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +161.5%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +200%
Contains more CholineCholine +127.3%
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~0.213mg

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
11% 13% 3% 72%
Protein: 11.26 g
Fats: 12.98 g
Carbs: 3.04 g
Water: 71.7 g
Other: 1.02 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +900%
Contains more ProteinProtein +923.6%
Contains more FatsFats +549%
Contains more OtherOther +155%
~equal in Water ~71.7g

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
67% 29% 3%
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 -86%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +584.3%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +381.3%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Sherbet Ricotta DV% diff.
Saturated fat 1.16g 8.295g 32%
Selenium 1.5µg 14.5µg 24%
Protein 1.1g 11.26g 20%
Fats 2g 12.98g 17%
Phosphorus 40mg 158mg 17%
Cholesterol 1mg 51mg 17%
Calcium 54mg 207mg 15%
Vitamin A 12µg 120µg 12%
Carbs 30.4g 3.04g 9%
Vitamin B12 0.13µg 0.34µg 9%
Vitamin B2 0.097mg 0.195mg 8%
Monounsaturated fat 0.53g 3.627g 8%
Zinc 0.48mg 1.16mg 6%
Fiber 1.3g 0g 5%
Iron 0.14mg 0.38mg 3%
Vitamin C 2.3mg 0mg 3%
Folate 4µg 12µg 2%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.08g 0.385g 2%
Vitamin B6 0.023mg 0.043mg 2%
Choline 7.7mg 17.5mg 2%
Calories 144kcal 174kcal 2%
Sodium 46mg 84mg 2%
Magnesium 8mg 11mg 1%
Vitamin D 0µg 0.2µg 1%
Vitamin B1 0.027mg 0.013mg 1%
Vitamin E 0.01mg 0.11mg 1%
Vitamin D 0IU 10IU 1%
Copper 0.028mg 0.021mg 1%
Vitamin K 0µg 1.1µg 1%
Net carbs 29.1g 3.04g N/A
Potassium 96mg 105mg 0%
Sugar 24.32g 0.27g N/A
Manganese 0.011mg 0.006mg 0%
Vitamin B3 0.063mg 0.104mg 0%
Vitamin B5 0.224mg 0.213mg 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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ok
is better in case of low diet
Sherbet Ricotta
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
14%
Ricotta
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Sherbet
29%
Ricotta

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sherbet
Sherbet is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 50mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sherbet
Sherbet contains less Sodium (difference - 38mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sherbet
Sherbet is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.135g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 24.05g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ricotta
Ricotta is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ricotta
Ricotta is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)

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. Ricotta - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170851/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.