Shrimp vs. Ice cream sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are shrimp and ice cream sandwich different?
- Shrimp is higher in phosphorus, copper, and zinc; however, ice cream sandwich is richer in manganese, monounsaturated fat, and polyunsaturated fat.
- Daily need coverage for cholesterol for shrimp is 56% higher.
- Shrimp contains 3 times more phosphorus than ice cream sandwich. While shrimp contains 237mg of phosphorus, ice cream sandwich contains only 72mg.
- Ice cream sandwich has less cholesterol.
- Shrimp has a lower glycemic index (50) than ice cream sandwich (61).
Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) and Ice cream sandwich are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +34.5% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +125.2% |
Contains more IronIron | +96.2% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +49.2% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +173.3% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +229.2% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -14% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +22.9% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1054.5% |
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:
4.29 g
Fats:
8.57 g
Carbs:
37.14 g
Water:
48.9 g
Other:
1.1 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +459% |
Contains more WaterWater | +52% |
Contains more FatsFats | +2960.7% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18470% |
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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
2.317 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.661 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.272 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.6% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5443.8% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2775.9% |
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 Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in price |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Cholesterol | 189mg | 21mg | 56% |
Protein | 23.98g | 4.29g | 39% |
Phosphorus | 237mg | 72mg | 24% |
Manganese | 0.033mg | 0.381mg | 15% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.079g | 2.272g | 15% |
Copper | 0.379mg | 0.254mg | 14% |
Fats | 0.28g | 8.57g | 13% |
Carbs | 0.2g | 37.14g | 12% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.146mg | 11% | |
Saturated fat | 0.056g | 2.317g | 10% |
Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 10% | |
Vitamin A | 86µg | 10% | |
Folate | 34µg | 9% | |
Zinc | 1.64mg | 0.6mg | 9% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.111mg | 9% | |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.048g | 2.661g | 7% |
Calories | 99kcal | 237kcal | 7% |
Selenium | 3.1µg | 6% | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.209mg | 4% | |
Potassium | 259mg | 115mg | 4% |
Vitamin E | 0.4mg | 3% | |
Iron | 0.51mg | 0.26mg | 3% |
Magnesium | 39mg | 29mg | 2% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.028mg | 2% | |
Vitamin B12 | 0.05µg | 2% | |
Calcium | 70mg | 86mg | 2% |
Caffeine | 4mg | 1% | |
Choline | 8mg | 1% | |
Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 1% | |
Sodium | 111mg | 129mg | 1% |
Net carbs | 0.2g | 37.14g | N/A |
Sugar | 18.57g | N/A | |
Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0.015g | 0.002g | N/A |
Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g | 0.001g | 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
38%

28%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.57g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Shrimp contains less Sodium (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Shrimp is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.261g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Shrimp is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Ice cream sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 168mg)
Which food is cheaper?

Ice cream sandwich is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Ice cream sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
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.