American cheese vs. Tagliatelle — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between American cheese and tagliatelle?
- American cheese is richer in calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin B12, yet tagliatelle is richer in vitamin B1, folate, iron, manganese, and vitamin B3.
- American cheese's daily need coverage for calcium is 103% higher.
- American cheese has 64 times more sodium than tagliatelle. American cheese has 1671mg of sodium, while tagliatelle has 26mg.
- American cheese has a lower glycemic index than tagliatelle.
We used Cheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D and Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, as purchased 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.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +6866.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +104.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +293.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +76.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +35.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +431.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +395.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1234.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +1685.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +383.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +4600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +87.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +4307.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +32.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +72.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.13 g
Fats:
31.79 g
Carbs:
3.7 g
Water:
39.61 g
Other:
6.77 g
Protein:
11.31 g
Fats:
2.3 g
Carbs:
54.73 g
Water:
31 g
Other:
0.66 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +60.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1282.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +27.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +925.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1379.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.057 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.236 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.286 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.328 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.271 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.942 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2939.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +36.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.2% |
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 Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 1045mg | 15mg | 103% |
| Saturated fat | 18.057g | 0.328g | 81% |
| Sodium | 1671mg | 26mg | 72% |
| Phosphorus | 641mg | 163mg | 68% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.705mg | 58% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.5µg | 0.31µg | 50% |
| Fats | 31.79g | 2.3g | 45% |
| Folate | 8µg | 176µg | 42% |
| Selenium | 20.2µg | 37% | |
| Iron | 0.63mg | 3.35mg | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 250µg | 14µg | 26% |
| Manganese | 0.041mg | 0.547mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.076mg | 3.35mg | 20% |
| Copper | 0.046mg | 0.228mg | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.236g | 0.271g | 20% |
| Carbs | 3.7g | 54.73g | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.234mg | 0.439mg | 16% |
| Protein | 18.13g | 11.31g | 14% |
| Zinc | 2.49mg | 1.22mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 73mg | 9% |
| Choline | 36.2mg | 7% | |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 46mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.8mg | 5% | |
| Calories | 371kcal | 288kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.403mg | 0.535mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.054mg | 0.093mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 23IU | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.286g | 0.942g | 2% |
| Potassium | 132mg | 179mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.7g | 54.73g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.26g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 1.144g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.232mg | 0.143mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.772mg | 0.295mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.938mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.716mg | 0.763mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.516mg | 0.214mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.475mg | 0.174mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.939mg | 0.542mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.187mg | 0.476mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.546mg | 0.226mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.012g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.137g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.021g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.79g | N/A |
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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
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44%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
106%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tagliatelle is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 27mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tagliatelle is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.26g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tagliatelle contains less Sodium (difference - 1645mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tagliatelle is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.729g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
American cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is cheaper?
American cheese is cheaper (difference - $3.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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