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Smoothie vs. Coleslaw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between smoothie and coleslaw

  • Smoothie is richer in vitamin C, vitamin B12, and vitamin A, yet coleslaw is richer in fiber.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin C for smoothie is 11% higher.
  • Smoothie contains 24 times more vitamin B12 than coleslaw. Smoothie contains 0.24µg of vitamin B12, while coleslaw contains 0.01µg.
  • Smoothie contains less sugar.

Food types used in this article are Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana and Fast foods, coleslaw.

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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 0% 12% 2.1% 5.6% 0% 0% 0% 3.8% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 5.7% 9% 11% 8.3% 5% 3.8% 8.6% 26% 13% 0%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +36.7%
Contains less SodiumSodium -85.7%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +437.5%
Contains more IronIron +46.7%
~equal in Selenium ~µg

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 82% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 15% 0% 19% 30% 0% 0% 0%
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 49% 9.3% 11% 0% 6.5% 4.6% 3.9% 15% 26% 1.3% 177% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +67.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +296.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +2300%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +36.6%
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Folate ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
8% 90%
Protein: 1.22 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 8.16 g
Water: 90.28 g
Other: 0.34 g
10% 15% 73%
Protein: 0.95 g
Fats: 9.91 g
Carbs: 14.89 g
Water: 73.42 g
Other: 0.83 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +28.4%
Contains more WaterWater +23%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +82.5%
Contains more OtherOther +144.1%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Smoothie Coleslaw
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat 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 Smoothie Coleslaw DV% diff.
Vitamin K 70.9µg 59%
Polyunsaturated fat 5.348g 36%
Fats 0g 9.91g 15%
Vitamin C 24.5mg 14.6mg 11%
Vitamin B12 0.24µg 0.01µg 10%
Fiber 0g 1.9g 8%
Sodium 29mg 203mg 8%
Monounsaturated fat 2.671g 7%
Saturated fat 0g 1.599g 7%
Calories 37kcal 153kcal 6%
Vitamin B5 0.246mg 5%
Vitamin B3 0.816mg 0.206mg 4%
Vitamin E 0.54mg 4%
Manganese 0.102mg 4%
Potassium 24mg 129mg 3%
Phosphorus 20mg 3%
Vitamin A 28µg 3%
Vitamin B2 0.02mg 2%
Vitamin B6 0.082mg 0.112mg 2%
Fructose 1.44g 2%
Vitamin B1 0.026mg 2%
Carbs 8.16g 14.89g 2%
Magnesium 8mg 2%
Copper 0.015mg 2%
Zinc 0.14mg 1%
Cholesterol 0mg 4mg 1%
Protein 1.22g 0.95g 1%
Calcium 41mg 30mg 1%
Iron 0.15mg 0.22mg 1%
Net carbs 8.16g 12.99g N/A
Sugar 7.35g 12.19g N/A
Trans fat 0g 0.037g N/A
Omega-3 - EPA 0.006g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.001g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.279g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.024g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.006g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.979g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Smoothie Coleslaw
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
11%
Smoothie
23%
Coleslaw
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Smoothie
9%
Coleslaw

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.84g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Smoothie
Smoothie contains less Sodium (difference - 174mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.599g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Coleslaw
Coleslaw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Coleslaw
Coleslaw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Coleslaw
Coleslaw is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Smoothie - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174829/nutrients
  2. Coleslaw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170300/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.