Blue cheese vs. Parmesan — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Blue cheese and Parmesan?
- Blue cheese is richer in Vitamin B5, and Folate, yet Parmesan is richer in Selenium, Phosphorus, Calcium, Zinc, Vitamin B12, and Vitamin A.
- Parmesan's daily need coverage for Selenium is 36% higher.
- Blue cheese has 6 times more Folate than Parmesan. Blue cheese has 36µg of Folate, while Parmesan has 6µg.
- Parmesan contains less Saturated Fat.
We used Cheese, blue and Cheese, parmesan, grated 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 PotassiumPotassium | +42.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -36.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +47.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +61.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +58.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +57.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +62% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +688.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +137.2% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +11.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1170% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +284.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +104.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +41.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +35.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +112% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +14.8% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0.5µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
21.4 g
Fats:
28.74 g
Carbs:
2.34 g
Water:
42.41 g
Other:
5.11 g
Protein:
28.42 g
Fats:
27.84 g
Carbs:
13.91 g
Water:
22.65 g
Other:
7.18 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +87.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +32.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +494.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +40.5% |
~equal in
Fats
~27.84g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
18.669 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.778 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.8 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
15.371 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.13 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.386 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -17.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +73.3% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~7.13g
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 price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 353kcal | 420kcal |
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| Protein | 21.4g | 28.42g |
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| Fats | 28.74g | 27.84g |
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| Net carbs | 2.34g | 13.91g |
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| Carbs | 2.34g | 13.91g |
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| Cholesterol | 75mg | 86mg |
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| Vitamin D | 21IU | 21IU | |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 34mg |
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| Calcium | 528mg | 853mg |
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| Potassium | 256mg | 180mg |
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| Iron | 0.31mg | 0.49mg |
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| Sugar | 0.5g | 0.07g |
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| Copper | 0.04mg | 0.04mg | |
| Zinc | 2.66mg | 4.2mg |
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| Phosphorus | 387mg | 627mg |
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| Sodium | 1146mg | 1804mg |
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| Vitamin A | 721IU | 974IU |
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| Vitamin A | 198µg | 262µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 0.53mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 0.5µg | |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 0.071mg |
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| Selenium | 14.5µg | 34.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.029mg | 0.026mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.382mg | 0.358mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.016mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.729mg | 0.45mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.166mg | 0.081mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.22µg | 1.4µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 1.7µg |
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| Folate | 36µg | 6µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.876g |
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| Choline | 15.4mg | 14.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 18.669g | 15.371g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.778g | 7.13g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.8g | 1.386g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.312mg | 0.383mg |
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| Threonine | 0.785mg | 1.075mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.124mg | 1.455mg |
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| Leucine | 1.919mg | 2.747mg |
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| Lysine | 1.852mg | 2.201mg |
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| Methionine | 0.584mg | 0.751mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.087mg | 1.538mg |
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| Valine | 1.556mg | 1.865mg |
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| Histidine | 0.758mg | 0.806mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.102g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.015g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.026g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.87g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
40%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
69%
114%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parmesan is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.43g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Parmesan is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.298g)
Which food is cheaper?
Parmesan is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Parmesan is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Blue cheese is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Blue cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 658mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Blue cheese is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()