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

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Differences between Parmigiano-Reggiano and Arrowroot

  • Parmigiano-Reggiano has more Calcium, Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, Vitamin B2, Selenium, and Zinc, while Arrowroot has more Folate.
  • Parmigiano-Reggiano's daily need coverage for Calcium is 110% higher.
  • The amount of Cholesterol in Arrowroot is lower.

The food types used in this comparison are Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat and Arrowroot, raw.

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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 +18383.3%
Contains more Magnesium +52%
Contains more Phosphorus +643.9%
Contains more Zinc +514.3%
Contains more Copper +96.7%
Contains more Selenium +2428.6%
Contains more Iron +146.7%
Contains more Potassium +263.2%
Contains less Sodium -98.3%
Contains more Manganese +104.7%
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% 84% 18% 43% 41% 4% 18% 41% 23% 4%
Contains more Calcium +18383.3%
Contains more Magnesium +52%
Contains more Phosphorus +643.9%
Contains more Zinc +514.3%
Contains more Copper +96.7%
Contains more Selenium +2428.6%
Contains more Iron +146.7%
Contains more Potassium +263.2%
Contains less Sodium -98.3%
Contains more Manganese +104.7%

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 +3084.2%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +723.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +11.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +393.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1385.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +442.9%
Contains more Folate +3280%
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 2% 0% 0% 7% 36% 14% 32% 18% 62% 254% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +3084.2%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +723.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +11.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +393.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1385.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +442.9%
Contains more Folate +3280%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +371.7%
Contains more Fats +9900%
Contains more Other +465.5%
Contains more Carbs +877.4%
Contains more Water +59.6%
20% 20% 51% 8%
Protein: 20 g
Fats: 20 g
Carbs: 1.37 g
Water: 50.6 g
Other: 8.03 g
4% 13% 81%
Protein: 4.24 g
Fats: 0.2 g
Carbs: 13.39 g
Water: 80.75 g
Other: 1.42 g
Contains more Protein +371.7%
Contains more Fats +9900%
Contains more Other +465.5%
Contains more Carbs +877.4%
Contains more Water +59.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +152350%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +402.2%
Contains less Saturated Fat -99.7%
67% 31% 2%
Saturated Fat: 13.317 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 6.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.462 g
29% 3% 68%
Saturated Fat: 0.039 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.004 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.092 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +152350%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +402.2%
Contains less Saturated Fat -99.7%

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 Arrowroot
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Parmigiano-Reggiano Arrowroot Opinion
Net carbs 1.37g 12.09g Arrowroot
Protein 20g 4.24g Parmigiano-Reggiano
Fats 20g 0.2g Parmigiano-Reggiano
Carbs 1.37g 13.39g Arrowroot
Calories 265kcal 65kcal Parmigiano-Reggiano
Fiber 0g 1.3g Arrowroot
Calcium 1109mg 6mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Iron 0.9mg 2.22mg Arrowroot
Magnesium 38mg 25mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Phosphorus 729mg 98mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Potassium 125mg 454mg Arrowroot
Sodium 1529mg 26mg Arrowroot
Zinc 3.87mg 0.63mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Copper 0.238mg 0.121mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Manganese 0.085mg 0.174mg Arrowroot
Selenium 17.7µg 0.7µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin A 605IU 19IU Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin A RAE 160µg 1µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin E 0.17mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin D 15IU 0IU Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin D 0.4µg 0µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin C 0mg 1.9mg Arrowroot
Vitamin B1 0.029mg 0.143mg Arrowroot
Vitamin B2 0.486mg 0.059mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin B3 0.114mg 1.693mg Arrowroot
Vitamin B5 0.325mg 0.292mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin B6 0.049mg 0.266mg Arrowroot
Folate 10µg 338µg Arrowroot
Vitamin B12 2.26µg 0µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin K 1.7µg 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 Arrowroot
Saturated Fat 13.317g 0.039g Arrowroot
Monounsaturated Fat 6.098g 0.004g Parmigiano-Reggiano
Polyunsaturated fat 0.462g 0.092g Parmigiano-Reggiano

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Parmigiano-Reggiano Arrowroot
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
35%
Arrowroot
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
Parmigiano-Reggiano
27%
Arrowroot

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 31)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arrowroot
Arrowroot is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arrowroot
Arrowroot contains less Sodium (difference - 1503mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arrowroot
Arrowroot is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Arrowroot
Arrowroot is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 13.278g)
Which food is cheaper?
Arrowroot
Arrowroot is cheaper (difference - $3.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

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. Arrowroot - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168490/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.