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Smoothie vs. Short ribs — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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A recap on differences between smoothie and short ribs

  • Smoothie is higher in vitamin C and vitamin A, yet short ribs are higher in vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, and potassium.
  • Short ribs cover your daily vitamin B12 needs 99% more than smoothie.
  • The glycemic index of short ribs is lower.

Food varieties used in this article are Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana and Beef, rib, shortribs, separable lean and fat, choice, cooked, braised.

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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 11% 3.6% 20% 87% 33% 133% 69% 6.5% 1.7% 113%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +241.7%
Contains less SodiumSodium -42%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +833.3%
Contains more IronIron +1440%

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 0% 0% 5.8% 11% 13% 35% 46% 15% 51% 328% 6% 3.8% 45%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +200.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +168.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +991.7%
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg

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
22% 42% 36%
Protein: 21.57 g
Fats: 41.98 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 35.72 g
Other: 0.73 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more WaterWater +152.7%
Contains more ProteinProtein +1668%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +114.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Smoothie Short ribs DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 0.24µg 2.62µg 99%
Saturated fat 0g 17.8g 81%
Fats 0g 41.98g 65%
Monounsaturated fat 18.88g 47%
Zinc 4.88mg 44%
Protein 1.22g 21.57g 41%
Selenium 20.8µg 38%
Cholesterol 0mg 94mg 31%
Vitamin C 24.5mg 0mg 27%
Iron 0.15mg 2.31mg 27%
Phosphorus 162mg 23%
Calories 37kcal 471kcal 22%
Choline 82.2mg 15%
Vitamin B2 0.15mg 12%
Vitamin B6 0.082mg 0.22mg 11%
Copper 0.099mg 11%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.53g 10%
Vitamin B3 0.816mg 2.452mg 10%
Potassium 24mg 224mg 6%
Vitamin B5 0.252mg 5%
Vitamin D 0.7µg 4%
Magnesium 15mg 4%
Vitamin B1 0.05mg 4%
Carbs 8.16g 0g 3%
Vitamin D 27IU 3%
Calcium 41mg 12mg 3%
Vitamin K 2.4µg 2%
Vitamin E 0.29mg 2%
Manganese 0.013mg 1%
Folate 5µg 1%
Sodium 29mg 50mg 1%
Net carbs 8.16g 0g N/A
Sugar 7.35g 0g N/A
Tryptophan 0.142mg 0%
Threonine 0.862mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.981mg 0%
Leucine 1.716mg 0%
Lysine 1.823mg 0%
Methionine 0.562mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.852mg 0%
Valine 1.07mg 0%
Histidine 0.688mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.003g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.001g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.016g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Smoothie Short ribs
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
43%
Short ribs
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Smoothie
48%
Short ribs

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 94mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Smoothie
Smoothie contains less Sodium (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.8g)
Which food is cheaper?
Smoothie
Smoothie is cheaper (difference - $2.3)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Short ribs
Short ribs is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.35g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Short ribs
Short ribs is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Short ribs
Short ribs is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Short ribs
Short ribs is relatively richer in vitamins

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. Short ribs - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168613/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.