Tuna salad vs. Ricotta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between tuna salad and ricotta
- Tuna salad is richer in selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B12, copper, and iron, yet ricotta is richer in calcium and vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for tuna salad is 49% higher.
- Tuna salad contains 64 times more vitamin B3 than ricotta. Tuna salad contains 6.7mg of vitamin B3, while ricotta contains 0.104mg.
- Ricotta contains less sodium.
Food types used in this article are Fish, tuna salad 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +72.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +69.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +163.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +590.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +566.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +184.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1117.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +107.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -79.1% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +138.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +6342.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +22.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +88.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +252.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +178.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.04 g
Fats:
9.26 g
Carbs:
9.41 g
Water:
63.16 g
Other:
2.13 g
Protein:
11.26 g
Fats:
12.98 g
Carbs:
3.04 g
Water:
71.7 g
Other:
1.02 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +42.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +209.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +108.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +40.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +13.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.544 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.887 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.122 g
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 | -81.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +970.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +25.6% |
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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 41.2µg | 14.5µg | 49% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.7mg | 0.104mg | 41% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2µg | 0.34µg | 36% |
| Saturated fat | 1.544g | 8.295g | 31% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.122g | 0.385g | 25% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 207mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 84mg | 14% |
| Copper | 0.145mg | 0.021mg | 14% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 51mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 24µg | 120µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.195mg | 10% |
| Protein | 16.04g | 11.26g | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 0.38mg | 8% |
| Fats | 9.26g | 12.98g | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 1.16mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.081mg | 0.043mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 158mg | 3% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 11mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.887g | 3.627g | 2% |
| Carbs | 9.41g | 3.04g | 2% |
| Potassium | 178mg | 105mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.013mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1% | |
| Folate | 8µg | 12µg | 1% |
| Calories | 187kcal | 174kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.26mg | 0.213mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.006mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 10IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 9.41g | 3.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.27g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.18mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.701mg | 0.517mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.739mg | 0.589mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.293mg | 1.221mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.457mg | 1.338mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.281mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.626mg | 0.556mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.824mg | 0.692mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.467mg | 0.459mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.055g | 0g | N/A |
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
27%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tuna salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 38mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tuna salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.27g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tuna salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.751g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Tuna salad is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tuna salad is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ricotta contains less Sodium (difference - 318mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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