Shrimp vs. Ricotta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between shrimp and ricotta?
- Shrimp is higher in copper, phosphorus, and magnesium, yet ricotta is higher in calcium and monounsaturated fat.
- Shrimp's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 46% more.
- Shrimp has 18 times more copper than ricotta. While shrimp has 0.379mg of copper, ricotta has only 0.021mg.
- The amount of cholesterol in ricotta is lower.
- The glycemic index of ricotta is lower.
We used Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) and Cheese, ricotta, whole milk types 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 | +254.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +146.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +34.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1704.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +41.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +50% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +450% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +195.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -24.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +113% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4535.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1420% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +7456.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +387.3% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 189mg | 51mg | 46% |
| Copper | 0.379mg | 0.021mg | 40% |
| Saturated fat | 0.056g | 8.295g | 37% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 26% | |
| Protein | 23.98g | 11.26g | 25% |
| Fats | 0.28g | 12.98g | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 70mg | 207mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 14% | |
| Vitamin A | 120µg | 13% | |
| Phosphorus | 237mg | 158mg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.048g | 3.627g | 9% |
| Magnesium | 39mg | 11mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 259mg | 105mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.64mg | 1.16mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg | 4% | |
| Calories | 99kcal | 174kcal | 4% |
| Folate | 12µg | 3% | |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.51mg | 0.38mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.079g | 0.385g | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.033mg | 0.006mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.013mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 111mg | 84mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 10IU | 1% | |
| Carbs | 0.2g | 3.04g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.2g | 3.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.27g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
| 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% | |
| 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.27g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shrimp is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.239g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shrimp is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Ricotta is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 138mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ricotta contains less Sodium (difference - 27mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Ricotta is cheaper (difference - $5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ricotta is relatively richer in vitamins