Soft serve vs. Icing — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between soft serve and icing?
- Soft serve is richer in vitamin B12, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin A, and vitamin B5, yet icing is richer in vitamin K, vitamin B2, and vitamin E.
- Soft serve's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 30% higher.
- Icing contains less cholesterol.
- Icing has a lower glycemic index than soft serve.
We used Ice cream, soft serve, chocolate and Frostings, vanilla, creamy, ready-to-eat types in this comparison.
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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 | +1100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +4266.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +420.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +31.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +642.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +544.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2900% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +390% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +820% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +12.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1030.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +150.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +65.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +131.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1344.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.1 g
Fats:
13 g
Carbs:
22.2 g
Water:
59.8 g
Other:
0.9 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
16.23 g
Carbs:
67.89 g
Water:
15.07 g
Other:
0.81 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +296.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +24.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +205.8% |
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Other
~0.81g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.46 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.49 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.46 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.974 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.86 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.951 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -60.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +39.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1628.5% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.46g | 7.951g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 91mg | 0mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.5µg | 0µg | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 7.46g | 2.974g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 162µg | 0µg | 18% |
| Carbs | 22.2g | 67.89g | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 116mg | 18mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 131mg | 3mg | 13% |
| Calories | 222kcal | 418kcal | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 0.9µg | 13µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.506mg | 0.055mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.182mg | 0.302mg | 9% |
| Protein | 4.1g | 0g | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0.61mg | 1.53mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 61mg | 184mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 3µg | 0.1µg | 5% |
| Fats | 13g | 16.23g | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.52mg | 0.07mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.7µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Potassium | 177mg | 34mg | 4% |
| Choline | 26mg | 2.3mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.048mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 29IU | 0IU | 4% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.7g | 0g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.49g | 4.86g | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.049mg | 0.01mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 1mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Caffeine | 2mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.095mg | 0.22mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.21mg | 0.16mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 21.5g | 67.89g | N/A |
| Sugar | 21.16g | 63.1g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.005mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Folate | 9µg | 8µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.048mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.169mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.215mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.353mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.296mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.091mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.176mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.241mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.099mg | 0% |
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
20%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
4%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Soft serve is lower in Sugar (difference - 41.94g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Soft serve contains less Sodium (difference - 123mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Soft serve is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Soft serve is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Icing is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 91mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Icing is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.486g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Icing is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)