Tomato sauce vs. Icing — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between tomato sauce and icing?
- Tomato sauce is higher in copper, iron, vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, and vitamin B6, yet icing is higher in vitamin B2 and vitamin K.
- Icing's daily need coverage for vitamin B2 is 18% more.
- The amount of sodium in tomato sauce is lower.
- The glycemic index of tomato sauce is lower.
We used Tomato sauce, canned, no salt added and Frostings, vanilla, creamy, ready-to-eat 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +1400% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +366.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +773.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +500% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +214.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +50% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +500% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +140% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +350.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +461.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +12.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +330.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +364.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +364.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.2 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
5.31 g
Water:
91.28 g
Other:
1.91 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 | +505.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +135.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5310% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1178.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.041 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.044 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.121 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 | -98.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +10945.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +6471.1% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.121g | 7.951g | 52% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 16.23g | 25% |
| Carbs | 5.31g | 67.89g | 21% |
| Calories | 24kcal | 418kcal | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.065mg | 0.302mg | 18% |
| Copper | 0.115mg | 0mg | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 0.041g | 2.974g | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.044g | 4.86g | 12% |
| Iron | 0.96mg | 0.16mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 2.8µg | 13µg | 9% |
| Potassium | 297mg | 34mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.098mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 11mg | 184mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 0g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.309mg | 0.055mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.991mg | 0.22mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.113mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 1mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 1.67g | 2% | |
| Protein | 1.2g | 0g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 22µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Choline | 9.9mg | 2.3mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.024mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 0.07mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 27mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 1.44mg | 1.53mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.81g | 67.89g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.56g | 63.1g | N/A |
| Folate | 9µg | 8µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.037mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.034mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.037mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.008mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.036mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.02mg | 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
12%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
4%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tomato sauce is lower in Sugar (difference - 59.54g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tomato sauce contains less Sodium (difference - 173mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tomato sauce is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.933g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tomato sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tomato sauce is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tomato sauce is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)