Flour vs. Ice cream sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are flour and ice cream sandwich different?
- Flour is higher in vitamin B1, selenium, iron, folate, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, manganese, and fiber; however, ice cream sandwich is richer in copper.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B1 for flour is 56% higher.
- Flour has less saturated fat.
- Ice cream sandwich has a lower glycemic index (61) than flour (72).
Wheat flour, white, all-purpose, enriched, bleached and Ice cream sandwich are the varieties used 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 IronIron | +1684.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +16.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +50% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +79% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +993.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +31.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +473.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +76.4% |
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 | +607.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +238.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +277% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +109.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +57.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +438.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +30% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +566.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +333.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.33 g
Fats:
0.98 g
Carbs:
76.31 g
Water:
11.92 g
Other:
0.46 g
Protein:
4.29 g
Fats:
8.57 g
Carbs:
37.14 g
Water:
48.9 g
Other:
1.1 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +140.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +105.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +774.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +310.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +139.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.155 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.087 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.413 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.317 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.661 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.272 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2958.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +450.1% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 33.9µg | 3.1µg | 56% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.785mg | 0.111mg | 56% |
| Iron | 4.64mg | 0.26mg | 55% |
| Folate | 183µg | 34µg | 37% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.494mg | 0.146mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.904mg | 1.566mg | 27% |
| Manganese | 0.682mg | 0.381mg | 13% |
| Carbs | 76.31g | 37.14g | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.413g | 2.272g | 12% |
| Copper | 0.144mg | 0.254mg | 12% |
| Protein | 10.33g | 4.29g | 12% |
| Fats | 0.98g | 8.57g | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 0g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.155g | 2.317g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 86µg | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 21mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 86mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.087g | 2.661g | 6% |
| Calories | 364kcal | 237kcal | 6% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 129mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 108mg | 72mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.438mg | 0.209mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.06mg | 0.4mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 29mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.05µg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.6mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.044mg | 0.028mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 1.3µg | 1% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 73.61g | 37.14g | N/A |
| Potassium | 107mg | 115mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.27g | 18.57g | N/A |
| Choline | 10.4mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.127mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.281mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.357mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.71mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.228mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.183mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.415mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.23mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | 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
46%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ice cream sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is cheaper?
Ice cream sandwich is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Flour is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Flour is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Flour contains less Sodium (difference - 127mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Flour is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.162g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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