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Ice creams, french vanilla, soft-serve

Sweets Per 100 g · Per 100g serving
Contains: 🥛 Milk

Ice creams, french vanilla, soft-serve is a sweet/confection at 222 calories per 100g. Sweets and confections are primarily energy-dense foods. Some varieties, such as dark chocolate, contain notable amounts of minerals and bioactive compounds. Our database tracks 71 nutrients for this food, plus glycemic index, insulin index, environmental footprint data.

222
Calories
kcal
4.1
Protein
g
13.0
Fat
g
22.2
Carbs
g
0.70
Fiber
g

Top Nutrients

☀️
Vitamin B12
0.50 µg
21% DV
☀️
Vitamin A (RAE)
162 µg
18% DV
💪
Carbohydrate
22.2 g
17% DV

Data for 71 of 150 tracked nutrients

Nutrient Fingerprint

How this food scores across key nutrient categories, as a percentage of the daily recommended value per 100 g. Based on USDA DRIs for adults.

Complete Nutrient Profile

Macronutrients 9
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Water SR59.8g
2%
Calories SR222kcal
Energy (kJ) SR930kj
Protein SR4.1g
7%
Total Fat SR13.0g
Carbohydrate SR22.2g
17%
Fiber SR0.70g
2%
Total Sugars SR21.2g
Ash SR0.90g
Minerals 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Calcium SR131mg
13%
Iron SR0.21mg
3%
Magnesium SR12.0mg
3%
Phosphorus SR116mg
17%
Potassium SR177mg
5%
Sodium SR61.0mg
4%
Zinc SR0.52mg
5%
Copper SR0.03mg
3%
Manganese SR0.005mg
0%
Selenium SR3.0µg
6%
Vitamins 24
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Vitamin A (RAE) SR162µg
18%
Vitamin A (IU) SR589IU
Retinol SR159µg
Beta-Carotene SR30.0µg
Alpha-Carotene SR5.0µg
Beta-Cryptoxanthin SR5.0µg
Lycopene SR0µg
Lutein + Zeaxanthin SR151µg
Vitamin C SR0.80mg
1%
Vitamin D SR0.70µg
5%
Vitamin D (IU) SR29.0IU
Vitamin E SR0.61mg
4%
Vitamin K1 SR0.90µg
1%
Thiamin (B1) SR0.05mg
4%
Riboflavin (B2) SR0.18mg
14%
Niacin (B3) SR0.10mg
1%
Pantothenic Acid (B5) SR0.51mg
10%
Vitamin B6 SR0.05mg
4%
Folate SR9.0µg
2%
Folic Acid SR0µg
Folate (food) SR9.0µg
Folate (DFE) SR9.0µg
Vitamin B12 SR0.50µg
21%
Choline SR26.0mg
5%
Fatty Acids 7
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Saturated Fat SR7.5g
Monounsaturated Fat SR3.5g
Polyunsaturated Fat SR0.45g
Cholesterol SR91.0mg
Omega-3 EPA SR0g
Omega-3 DPA SR0g
Omega-3 DHA SR0g
Amino Acids 18
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Tryptophan SR0.05g
Threonine SR0.17g
Isoleucine SR0.21g
Leucine SR0.35g
Lysine SR0.30g
Methionine SR0.09g
Cystine SR0.04g
Phenylalanine SR0.18g
Tyrosine SR0.17g
Valine SR0.24g
Arginine SR0.17g
Histidine SR0.10g
Alanine SR0.16g
Aspartic Acid SR0.30g
Glutamic Acid SR0.74g
Glycine SR0.16g
Proline SR0.37g
Serine SR0.22g
Other 3
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Caffeine SR0mg
Theobromine SR0mg
Alcohol SR0g

Nutrient Density Score

The NRF9.3 score measures overall nutritional quality per 100 kcal. It rewards 9 nutrients to encourage (protein, fiber, vitamins A, C, E, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium) and penalizes 3 to limit (saturated fat, added sugars, sodium). Higher is better; negative scores indicate the food is high in limit nutrients relative to its beneficial content.

5
NRF9.3 Score
Moderate · per 100 kcal
Poor (<0) Moderate Good Excellent (100+)

NRF9.3 index: Fulgoni et al. (2009), J Nutr 139(8). DVs based on FDA 2020 reference values.

Nutrient Interactions in This Food

Nutrients in this food that enhance or compete with each other during absorption.

✔ Synergies — nutrients that help each other

Dietary Fat + Vitamin A●●●

Vitamin A is fat-soluble and requires dietary fat for absorption. Adding fat to a meal significantly increases beta-carotene and retinol absorption.

Ribaya-Mercado et al., Am J Clin Nutr, 2007

Protein + Calcium●●

Moderate protein intake enhances calcium absorption and supports bone health. The acid-ash hypothesis suggesting protein harms bones has been largely disproven.

Kerstetter et al., J Clin Endocrinol Metab, 2005

Amino Acid Profile

Essential amino acid composition compared to the WHO/FAO adult reference pattern. The Amino Acid Score indicates protein quality — 100 means all essential amino acid requirements are met.

141
Amino Acid Score
Complete
Met + Cys
Lowest Scoring
18
Amino Acids Tracked

✓ Complete protein — all essential amino acids meet or exceed WHO reference levels.

All Amino Acids (18)
Amino Acidg / 100gmg / g protein
Tryptophan0.0511.7
Threonine0.1741.2
Isoleucine0.2152.4
Leucine0.3586.1
Lysine0.3072.2
Methionine0.0922.2
Cystine0.048.8
Phenylalanine0.1842.9
Tyrosine0.1741.5
Valine0.2458.8
Arginine0.1742.0
Histidine0.1024.1
Alanine0.1640.0
Aspartic Acid0.3073.2
Glutamic Acid0.74181.7
Glycine0.1639.8
Proline0.3791.2
Serine0.2252.7

Fatty Acid Profile

Breakdown of fat types per 100g. A healthy fat profile favours unsaturated fats (mono + poly) and a balanced omega-3 to omega-6 ratio.

7.5g
Saturated
3.5g
Monounsaturated
0.45g
Polyunsaturated

Glycemic & Insulin Response

The Glycemic Index (GI) measures how quickly a food raises blood sugar on a 0–100 scale. The Insulin Index (II) measures the insulin response directly, which can differ from GI — notably, dairy and high-protein foods often trigger a higher insulin response than their GI suggests. White bread = 100 for both scales.

51
Glycemic Index
Low GI
8
Glycemic Load
Low GL (per 50g)
GI Scale 51
0 Low <55 Med High ≥70 100

GI data matched from: “Ice cream, vanilla” · ●●● high confidence

89
Insulin Index
High Insulin Response
Insulin Index Scale 89
0 Low ≤30 Mod ≤60 High ≤100 120
Measured ●●● Clinically measured (Holt 1997, Bell 2014)

Source: International Tables of Glycemic Index (Sydney University, 2021) · Holt et al. 1997; Bao et al. 2016; Bell 2014

Environmental Impact

Environmental footprint per kilogram of food produced. Data represents the global average for the “Cane Sugar” category.

3.2
kg CO₂e / kg
Moderate Impact
2.0
m² land / kg
Land Use
620
L water / kg
Water Use
5.2
g SO₂e / kg
Acidification
How this compares (GHG emissions)
Potatoes (0.5)Chicken (9.9)Beef (99.5)
Greenhouse Gas Emissions3.2 kg CO₂e / kg
Land Use2.0 m² / kg
Water Use620 L / kg
Eutrophication17.1 g PO₄e / kg
Acidification5.2 g SO₂e / kg
⚠️ Important context about this data
  • Global averages: These figures are production-weighted averages from a meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms across 119 countries (Poore & Nemecek, 2018). Actual impact varies enormously by farming method, geography, and supply chain.
  • System boundary: Cradle-to-retail only — does not include consumer transport, home cooking energy, or food waste.
  • Soil carbon not included: This data does not account for soil carbon sequestration. Some argue that well-managed regenerative grazing partially offsets ruminant emissions; however, full lifecycle accounting — including methane, land-use change, and the opportunity cost of using land for grazing vs. reforestation — typically makes the net footprint of ruminant meat higher, not lower. This is especially relevant in temperate grassland regions like Ireland.
  • Not gospel: This data is informational and illustrative. It is useful for understanding relative magnitudes, but should not be treated as precise measurements for any individual product or farm.

Source: Poore & Nemecek (2018), Science 360(6392). Meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms, 119 countries, 46 product categories.

Global Supply: Sugar & Sweeteners

Top 10 countries by per capita supply of the “Sugar & Sweeteners” food group (kcal/capita/day, 2023). This is food group–level data from FAO Food Balance Sheets, not specific to this individual food.

1.
594
2.
569
3.
564
4.
555
5.
528
6.
520
7.
499
8.
493
9.
493
10.
489

Global Supply Trend (1961–2023)

+26%
1961: 230 kcal2023: 289 kcal

Source: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023). Supply = production + imports − exports − waste, converted to kcal/capita/day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Ice creams, french vanilla, soft-serve?

Ice creams, french vanilla, soft-serve contains 222 kcal per 100 grams, making it a moderate-calorie food. The energy comes from 4.1g of protein (7% of calories), 13.0g of fat (53%), and 22.2g of carbohydrates (40%). Fat is the primary energy source.

What is Ice creams, french vanilla, soft-serve most nutritious for?

The standout nutrient in Ice creams, french vanilla, soft-serve is Vitamin B12, providing 0.50 µg per 100g (21% of the Daily Value). It is also a notable source of Vitamin A (RAE) (18% DV). Our database tracks 71 individual nutrients for this food, allowing detailed comparison across vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids.

Is Ice creams, french vanilla, soft-serve high in protein?

Ice creams, french vanilla, soft-serve contains 4.1g of protein per 100 grams. While not a high-protein food, it can contribute to daily protein needs as part of a varied diet.

How much fiber is in Ice creams, french vanilla, soft-serve?

Ice creams, french vanilla, soft-serve contains 0.70g of fiber per 100 grams, which is a small amount. To increase fiber intake, consider pairing with high-fiber foods such as legumes, whole grains, or vegetables.

What is the glycemic index of Ice creams, french vanilla, soft-serve?

Ice creams, french vanilla, soft-serve has a glycemic index of 51, which is classified as low (≤55). Low-GI foods cause a slower, more gradual rise in blood sugar levels, which may be beneficial for blood sugar management. The glycemic load, which accounts for typical serving size, provides additional context for real-world blood sugar impact.

What is the insulin index of Ice creams, french vanilla, soft-serve?

Ice creams, french vanilla, soft-serve has a high insulin response (II: 89) (clinically measured) on the insulin index scale (white bread = 100). Foods with high insulin scores stimulate significant insulin release, which may be relevant for blood sugar management. Note that the insulin index can differ substantially from the glycemic index — dairy products and high-protein foods often have higher insulin responses than their GI would suggest.