Shrimp vs. Cottage cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between shrimp and cottage cheese
- The amount of copper, zinc, phosphorus, magnesium, and iron in shrimp is higher than in cottage cheese.
- Shrimp covers your daily need for cholesterol, 57% more than cottage cheese.
- Shrimp contains 13 times more copper than cottage cheese. While shrimp contains 0.379mg of copper, cottage cheese contains only 0.029mg.
- The amount of cholesterol in cottage cheese is lower.
- Cottage cheese has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of cottage cheese is 10, while the glycemic index of shrimp is 50.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) and Cheese, cottage, creamed, large or small curd.
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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 | +387.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +149% |
| Contains more IronIron | +628.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1206.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +310% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +49.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -69.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1550% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +18.6% |
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.
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.98 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
0.2 g
Water:
74.33 g
Other:
1.21 g
Protein:
11.12 g
Fats:
4.3 g
Carbs:
3.38 g
Water:
79.79 g
Other:
1.41 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +115.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1435.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1590% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.5% |
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Water
~79.79g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.056 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.048 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.079 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.718 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.778 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.123 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1520.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +55.7% |
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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| Cholesterol | 189mg | 17mg | 57% |
| Copper | 0.379mg | 0.029mg | 39% |
| Protein | 23.98g | 11.12g | 26% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.43µg | 18% | |
| Selenium | 9.7µg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.163mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 111mg | 364mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 237mg | 159mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.557mg | 11% | |
| Zinc | 1.64mg | 0.4mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.056g | 1.718g | 8% |
| Magnesium | 39mg | 8mg | 7% |
| Fats | 0.28g | 4.3g | 6% |
| Iron | 0.51mg | 0.07mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 259mg | 104mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.046mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin A | 37µg | 4% | |
| Folate | 12µg | 3% | |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.027mg | 2% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.048g | 0.778g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 70mg | 83mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.033mg | 0.002mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 0.2g | 3.38g | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.099mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Calories | 99kcal | 98kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.2g | 3.38g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 3IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 2.67g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.079g | 0.123g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.147mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.5mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.591mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.116mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.934mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.269mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.577mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.748mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.326mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.015g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.018g | 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
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14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.67g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shrimp contains less Sodium (difference - 253mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shrimp is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.662g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shrimp is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cottage cheese is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 172mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cottage cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is cheaper?
Cottage cheese is cheaper (difference - $5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cottage cheese is relatively richer in vitamins