Amaranth grain vs. Parmigiano-Reggiano — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Amaranth grain and Parmigiano-Reggiano?
- Amaranth grain is richer in Manganese, Iron, and Fiber, yet Parmigiano-Reggiano is richer in Calcium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B2, Zinc, Selenium, and Copper.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano's daily need coverage for Calcium is 106% higher.
- Amaranth grain contains less Sodium.
We used Amaranth grain, cooked and Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat types in this comparison.
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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.
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Iron
+133.3%
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Magnesium
+71.1%
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Sodium
-99.6%
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Manganese
+904.7%
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Calcium
+2259.6%
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Phosphorus
+392.6%
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Zinc
+350%
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Copper
+59.7%
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Selenium
+221.8%
Equal in Potassium - 125
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Iron
+133.3%
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Magnesium
+71.1%
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Sodium
-99.6%
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Manganese
+904.7%
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Calcium
+2259.6%
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Phosphorus
+392.6%
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Zinc
+350%
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Copper
+59.7%
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Selenium
+221.8%
Equal in Potassium - 125
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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Vitamin E
+11.8%
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Vitamin B3
+106.1%
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Vitamin B6
+130.6%
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Folate
+120%
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Vitamin B1
+93.3%
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Vitamin B2
+2109.1%
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Vitamin E
+11.8%
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Vitamin B3
+106.1%
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Vitamin B6
+130.6%
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Folate
+120%
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Vitamin B1
+93.3%
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Vitamin B2
+2109.1%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Carbs
+1264.2%
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Water
+48.5%
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Protein
+426.3%
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Fats
+1165.8%
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+942.9%
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
Protein:
20 g
Fats:
20 g
Carbs:
1.37 g
Water:
50.6 g
Other:
8.03 g
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Carbs
+1264.2%
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Water
+48.5%
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Protein
+426.3%
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+1165.8%
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+942.9%
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 16.59g | 1.37g |
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| Protein | 3.8g | 20g |
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| Fats | 1.58g | 20g |
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| Carbs | 18.69g | 1.37g |
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| Calories | 102kcal | 265kcal |
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| Starch | 16.23g |
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| Fiber | 2.1g | 0g |
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| Calcium | 47mg | 1109mg |
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| Iron | 2.1mg | 0.9mg |
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| Magnesium | 65mg | 38mg |
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| Phosphorus | 148mg | 729mg |
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| Potassium | 135mg | 125mg |
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| Sodium | 6mg | 1529mg |
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| Zinc | 0.86mg | 3.87mg |
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| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.238mg |
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| Manganese | 0.854mg | 0.085mg |
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| Selenium | 5.5µg | 17.7µg |
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| Vitamin A | 605IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 160µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.17mg |
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| Vitamin D | 15IU |
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| Vitamin D | 0.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.029mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.486mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 0.114mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.325mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.049mg |
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| Folate | 22µg | 10µg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.26µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.7µg |
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| Tryptophan | 0.24mg |
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| Threonine | 1.519mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.2mg |
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| Leucine | 2.983mg |
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| Lysine | 2.459mg |
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| Methionine | 0.369mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.604mg |
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| Valine | 1.498mg |
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| Histidine | 0.752mg |
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| Cholesterol | 88mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 13.317g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.098g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.462g |
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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
5%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
121%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth grain is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth grain contains less Sodium (difference - 1523mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth grain is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Amaranth grain is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 13.317g)
Which food is cheaper?
Amaranth grain is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
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.