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Parmigiano-Reggiano vs. Macaroon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Parmigiano-Reggiano and Macaroon

  • Parmigiano-Reggiano has more Calcium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B2, Zinc, and Selenium, however, Macaroon is higher in Fiber.
  • Parmigiano-Reggiano covers your daily need of Calcium 110% more than Macaroon.
  • Macaroon has less Cholesterol.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat and Cookies, coconut macaroon.

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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 Calcium +22080%
Contains more Magnesium +31%
Contains more Phosphorus +972.1%
Contains more Zinc +430.1%
Contains more Selenium +160.3%
Contains less Sodium -84.2%
Contains more Copper +13%
Equal in Iron - 0.82
Equal in Potassium - 123
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 333% 34% 28% 313% 12% 200% 106% 80% 12% 97%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 2% 31% 21% 30% 11% 32% 20% 90% 0% 38%
Contains more Calcium +22080%
Contains more Magnesium +31%
Contains more Phosphorus +972.1%
Contains more Zinc +430.1%
Contains more Selenium +160.3%
Contains less Sodium -84.2%
Contains more Copper +13%
Equal in Iron - 0.82
Equal in Potassium - 123

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +45%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +710%
Contains more Folate +233.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin K +54.5%
Contains more Vitamin E +11.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +93%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +95.9%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 37% 4% 12% 0% 8% 113% 3% 20% 12% 8% 283% 5%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 4% 0% 0% 5% 14% 5% 0% 23% 3% 0% 3%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +45%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +710%
Contains more Folate +233.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin K +54.5%
Contains more Vitamin E +11.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +93%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +95.9%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +562.3%
Contains more Water +340%
Contains more Other +369.6%
Contains more Fats +12.8%
Contains more Carbs +4368.6%
20% 20% 51% 8%
Protein: 20 g
Fats: 20 g
Carbs: 1.37 g
Water: 50.6 g
Other: 8.03 g
3% 23% 61% 12% 2%
Protein: 3.02 g
Fats: 22.55 g
Carbs: 61.22 g
Water: 11.5 g
Other: 1.71 g
Contains more Protein +562.3%
Contains more Water +340%
Contains more Other +369.6%
Contains more Fats +12.8%
Contains more Carbs +4368.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -33.7%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +278.8%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +75.3%
67% 31% 2%
Saturated Fat: 13.317 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 6.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.462 g
89% 7% 4%
Saturated Fat: 20.099 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.81 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -33.7%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +278.8%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +75.3%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Parmigiano-Reggiano Macaroon
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in price ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Parmigiano-Reggiano Macaroon Opinion
Net carbs 1.37g 56.12g Macaroon
Protein 20g 3.02g Parmigiano-Reggiano
Fats 20g 22.55g Macaroon
Carbs 1.37g 61.22g Macaroon
Calories 265kcal 460kcal Macaroon
Sugar 0g 45.16g Parmigiano-Reggiano
Fiber 0g 5.1g Macaroon
Calcium 1109mg 5mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Iron 0.9mg 0.82mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Magnesium 38mg 29mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Phosphorus 729mg 68mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Potassium 125mg 123mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Sodium 1529mg 241mg Macaroon
Zinc 3.87mg 0.73mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Copper 0.238mg 0.269mg Macaroon
Manganese 0.085mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Selenium 17.7µg 6.8µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin A 605IU 0IU Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin A RAE 160µg 0µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin E 0.17mg 0.19mg Macaroon
Vitamin D 15IU 0IU Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin D 0.4µg 0µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin B1 0.029mg 0.02mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin B2 0.486mg 0.06mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin B3 0.114mg 0.22mg Macaroon
Vitamin B5 0.325mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin B6 0.049mg 0.096mg Macaroon
Folate 10µg 3µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin B12 2.26µg 0µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin K 1.7µg 1.1µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Tryptophan 0.24mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Threonine 1.519mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Isoleucine 1.2mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Leucine 2.983mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Lysine 2.459mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Methionine 0.369mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Phenylalanine 1.604mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Valine 1.498mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Histidine 0.752mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Cholesterol 88mg 0mg Macaroon
Saturated Fat 13.317g 20.099g Parmigiano-Reggiano
Monounsaturated Fat 6.098g 1.61g Parmigiano-Reggiano
Polyunsaturated fat 0.462g 0.81g Macaroon

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Parmigiano-Reggiano Macaroon
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
42%
Parmigiano-Reggiano
4%
Macaroon
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
Parmigiano-Reggiano
27%
Macaroon

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Sugar (difference - 45.16g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.782g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Macaroon
Macaroon contains less Sodium (difference - 1288mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Macaroon
Macaroon is cheaper (difference - $3.2)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Parmigiano-Reggiano - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173452/nutrients
  2. Macaroon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171847/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.