Sugar substitute vs. Ricotta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between sugar substitute and ricotta
- Sugar substitute is higher in calcium, yet ricotta is higher in phosphorus, vitamin B2, and zinc.
- Sugar substitute covers your daily calcium needs 67% more than ricotta.
- The amount of sugar in ricotta is lower.
- The glycemic index of ricotta is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown 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.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +324.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +266.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +83.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +169.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +137.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +200% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2800% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1875% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +15.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +166.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +186.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
Protein:
11.26 g
Fats:
12.98 g
Carbs:
3.04 g
Water:
71.7 g
Other:
1.02 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2688.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +295.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +446.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +684.5% |
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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 879mg | 207mg | 67% |
| Saturated fat | 8.295g | 38% | |
| Carbs | 84.77g | 3.04g | 27% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 572mg | 84mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 8mg | 158mg | 21% |
| Fats | 0g | 12.98g | 20% |
| Protein | 2.06g | 11.26g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 17% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.195mg | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 120µg | 13% | |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 1.16mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.627g | 9% | |
| Calories | 347kcal | 174kcal | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 3% | |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 3% | |
| Folate | 12µg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.16mg | 0.38mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.08mg | 0.213mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.015mg | 0.043mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 0g | 2% |
| Copper | 0.007mg | 0.021mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 39mg | 105mg | 2% |
| Starch | 3.52g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 10IU | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 11mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg | 1% | |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.006mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 84.17g | 3.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.03g | 0.27g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.013mg | 0% |
| 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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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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14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.295g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sugar substitute is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.76g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ricotta contains less Sodium (difference - 488mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ricotta is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ricotta is relatively richer in vitamins