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Penne vs. Kellogg's Special K — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Penne and Kellogg's Special K

  • Penne has more Phosphorus, Calcium, and Fiber, however, Kellogg's Special K is higher in Iron, Vitamin C, and Vitamin D.
  • Kellogg's Special K covers your daily need of Iron 340% more than Penne.
  • Penne has 6 times more Saturated Fat than Kellogg's Special K. While Penne has 2.3g of Saturated Fat, Kellogg's Special K has only 0.4g.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison KASHI Three Cheese Penne, frozen, unprepared and Cereals ready-to-eat, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S SPECIAL K.

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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 +287%
Contains more Magnesium +150%
Contains more Phosphorus +145.8%
Contains more Potassium +130.2%
Contains less Sodium -62.8%
Contains more Zinc +59.4%
Contains more Iron +3400%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 27% 30% 22% 51% 11% 33% 30% 0% 0% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 7% 1050% 9% 21% 5% 87% 19% 60% 0% 300%
Contains more Calcium +287%
Contains more Magnesium +150%
Contains more Phosphorus +145.8%
Contains more Potassium +130.2%
Contains less Sodium -62.8%
Contains more Zinc +59.4%
Contains more Iron +3400%

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.
Penne
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 101% 306% 99% 227% 423% 441% 424% 0% 1487% 968% 2425% 1%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Fats +123.5%
Contains more Water +2313.3%
Contains more Protein +212.1%
Contains more Carbs +336.9%
Contains more Other +265.5%
6% 4% 17% 72%
Protein: 5.7 g
Fats: 4 g
Carbs: 16.8 g
Water: 72.4 g
Other: 1.1 g
18% 2% 73% 3% 4%
Protein: 17.79 g
Fats: 1.79 g
Carbs: 73.4 g
Water: 3 g
Other: 4.02 g
Contains more Fats +123.5%
Contains more Water +2313.3%
Contains more Protein +212.1%
Contains more Carbs +336.9%
Contains more Other +265.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +233.3%
Contains less Saturated Fat -82.6%
Equal in Polyunsaturated fat - 0.4
62% 27% 11%
Saturated Fat: 2.3 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.4 g
36% 27% 36%
Saturated Fat: 0.4 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.4 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +233.3%
Contains less Saturated Fat -82.6%
Equal in Polyunsaturated fat - 0.4

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Penne Kellogg's Special K
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Penne Kellogg's Special K Opinion
Net carbs 14.1g 72g Kellogg's Special K
Protein 5.7g 17.79g Kellogg's Special K
Fats 4g 1.79g Penne
Carbs 16.8g 73.4g Kellogg's Special K
Calories 126kcal 377kcal Kellogg's Special K
Sugar 1.9g 12.69g Penne
Fiber 2.7g 1.4g Penne
Calcium 89mg 23mg Penne
Iron 0.8mg 28mg Kellogg's Special K
Magnesium 30mg 12mg Penne
Phosphorus 118mg 48mg Penne
Potassium 122mg 53mg Penne
Sodium 248mg 667mg Penne
Zinc 1.1mg 0.69mg Penne
Copper 0.179mg Kellogg's Special K
Selenium 54.9µg Kellogg's Special K
Vitamin A 0IU 1667IU Kellogg's Special K
Vitamin A RAE 500µg Kellogg's Special K
Vitamin E 15.3mg Kellogg's Special K
Vitamin D 0IU 134IU Kellogg's Special K
Vitamin D 0µg 3.3µg Kellogg's Special K
Vitamin C 0mg 68mg Kellogg's Special K
Vitamin B1 1.69mg Kellogg's Special K
Vitamin B2 1.91mg Kellogg's Special K
Vitamin B3 22.6mg Kellogg's Special K
Vitamin B6 6.44mg Kellogg's Special K
Folate 1290µg Kellogg's Special K
Vitamin B12 19.4µg Kellogg's Special K
Vitamin K 0.1µg Kellogg's Special K
Cholesterol 12mg 0mg Kellogg's Special K
Trans Fat 0.2g 0g Kellogg's Special K
Saturated Fat 2.3g 0.4g Kellogg's Special K
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 0.3g Penne
Polyunsaturated fat 0.4g 0.4g

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Penne Kellogg's Special K
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
0%
Penne
575%
Kellogg's Special K
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
Penne
156%
Kellogg's Special K

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Penne
Penne is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.79g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Penne
Penne contains less Sodium (difference - 419mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Penne
Penne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 26)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kellogg's Special K
Kellogg's Special K is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Kellogg's Special K
Kellogg's Special K is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.9g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kellogg's Special K
Kellogg's Special K is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.