Tofu vs. Chocolate ice cream — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between tofu and chocolate ice cream?
- Tofu is higher in iron, calcium, manganese, and selenium, yet chocolate ice cream is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, and vitamin A.
- Tofu's daily need coverage for iron is 55% more.
- Tofu has 4 times more manganese than chocolate ice cream. While tofu has 0.605mg of manganese, chocolate ice cream has only 0.14mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in tofu is lower.
- The glycemic index of tofu is lower.
We used Tofu, raw, regular, prepared with calcium sulfate and Ice creams, chocolate types in this article.
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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 | +221.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +476.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +43% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +37.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +332.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +256% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +105.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +10.3% |
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 | +92.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +700% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +28% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2900% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +273.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +15.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +714.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +17% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.08 g
Fats:
4.78 g
Carbs:
1.87 g
Water:
84.55 g
Other:
0.72 g
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
11 g
Carbs:
28.2 g
Water:
55.7 g
Other:
1.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +112.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +51.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +130.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1408% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +80.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.691 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.056 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.699 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.8 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.21 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.41 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -89.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +558.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +204% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 5.36mg | 0.93mg | 55% |
| Saturated fat | 0.691g | 6.8g | 28% |
| Calcium | 350mg | 109mg | 24% |
| Manganese | 0.605mg | 0.14mg | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.699g | 0.41g | 15% |
| Vitamin A | 118µg | 13% | |
| Selenium | 8.9µg | 2.5µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.29µg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 34mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.052mg | 0.194mg | 11% |
| Fats | 4.78g | 11g | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.068mg | 0.554mg | 10% |
| Carbs | 1.87g | 28.2g | 9% |
| Protein | 8.08g | 3.8g | 9% |
| Calories | 76kcal | 216kcal | 7% |
| Copper | 0.193mg | 0.135mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.056g | 3.21g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1.2g | 4% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 249mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 76mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.081mg | 0.042mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.8mg | 0.58mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 0.3µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0.3mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Choline | 28.8mg | 22.5mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 97mg | 107mg | 1% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 8IU | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.047mg | 0.055mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.57g | 27g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 29mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.62g | 25.36g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.195mg | 0.226mg | 0% |
| Folate | 15µg | 16µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.12mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.402mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.435mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.713mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.452mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.108mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.428mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.446mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.221mg | 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
6%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tofu is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 34mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tofu is lower in Sugar (difference - 24.74g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tofu contains less Sodium (difference - 69mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tofu is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.109g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tofu is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tofu is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chocolate ice cream is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)