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Strudel vs. Ricotta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between strudel and ricotta

  • Strudel is richer than ricotta in iron, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin A, and folate.
  • Daily need coverage for iron for strudel is 69% higher.
  • Strudel contains 51 times more vitamin B3 than ricotta. Strudel contains 5.3mg of vitamin B3, while ricotta contains 0.104mg.
  • Ricotta contains less sodium.
  • Ricotta has a lower glycemic index than strudel.

Food types used in this article are KELLOGG'S, EGGO, Wafflers, Strawberry Strudel and Cheese, ricotta, whole milk.

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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 9.3% 88% 6.3% 221% 0% 11% 113% 90% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 7.9% 62% 9.3% 14% 7% 32% 68% 11% 0.78% 79%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +18.2%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +41.5%
Contains more IronIron +1452.6%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +66.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +47.9%
Contains more ZincZinc +190%
Contains less SodiumSodium -87.8%

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 0% 132% 0% 0% 98% 104% 99% 0% 122% 200% 0% 56% 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% 40% 2.2% 3% 3.3% 45% 2% 13% 9.9% 43% 2.8% 9% 9.5%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +229.2%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +2900%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +130.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +4996.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1132.6%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +370.6%
Contains more FolateFolate +516.7%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
5% 11% 50% 29% 5%
Protein: 5 g
Fats: 11 g
Carbs: 50 g
Water: 29.2 g
Other: 4.8 g
11% 13% 3% 72%
Protein: 11.26 g
Fats: 12.98 g
Carbs: 3.04 g
Water: 71.7 g
Other: 1.02 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1544.7%
Contains more OtherOther +370.6%
Contains more ProteinProtein +125.2%
Contains more FatsFats +18%
Contains more WaterWater +145.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
27% 28% 46%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.7 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.8 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.6 g
67% 29% 3%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 8.295 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 3.627 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.385 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -67.5%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1094.8%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +29.5%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Strudel Ricotta DV% diff.
Iron 5.9mg 0.38mg 69%
Vitamin B12 1.6µg 0.34µg 53%
Vitamin B6 0.53mg 0.043mg 37%
Vitamin B3 5.3mg 0.104mg 32%
Vitamin B1 0.39mg 0.013mg 31%
Vitamin A 395µg 120µg 31%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.6g 0.385g 28%
Selenium 14.5µg 26%
Sodium 691mg 84mg 26%
Saturated fat 2.7g 8.295g 25%
Vitamin B2 0.45mg 0.195mg 20%
Folate 74µg 12µg 16%
Carbs 50g 3.04g 16%
Phosphorus 263mg 158mg 15%
Cholesterol 12mg 51mg 13%
Protein 5g 11.26g 13%
Calcium 293mg 207mg 9%
Calories 318kcal 174kcal 7%
Zinc 0.4mg 1.16mg 7%
Fiber 1.2g 0g 5%
Vitamin B5 0.213mg 4%
Choline 17.5mg 3%
Fats 11g 12.98g 3%
Copper 0.021mg 2%
Monounsaturated fat 2.8g 3.627g 2%
Vitamin D 1IU 10IU 1%
Vitamin D 0µg 0.2µg 1%
Vitamin E 0mg 0.11mg 1%
Vitamin K 1.1µg 1%
Potassium 71mg 105mg 1%
Net carbs 48.8g 3.04g N/A
Magnesium 13mg 11mg 0%
Sugar 16.8g 0.27g N/A
Manganese 0.006mg 0%
Trans fat 0.2g 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%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Strudel Ricotta
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
62%
Strudel
14%
Ricotta
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
Strudel
29%
Ricotta

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Strudel
Strudel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 39mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Strudel
Strudel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.595g)
Which food is cheaper?
Strudel
Strudel is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 16.53g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ricotta
Ricotta contains less Sodium (difference - 607mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

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. Ricotta - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170851/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.