Parmigiano-Reggiano vs. Cheese sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between parmigiano-Reggiano and cheese sandwich?
- Parmigiano-Reggiano is higher in calcium, vitamin B1,2, phosphorus, and zinc, yet cheese sandwich is higher in manganese, vitamin B1, and iron.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano's daily need coverage for calcium is 91% more.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano has 19 times more vitamin B12 than cheese sandwich. While parmigiano-Reggiano has 2.26µg of vitamin B12, cheese sandwich has only 0.12µg.
- The amount of cholesterol in cheese sandwich is lower.
- The glycemic index of parmigiano-Reggiano is lower.
We used Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat and Crackers, wheat, sandwich, with cheese filling types in this article.
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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 | +443.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +48.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +344.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +90.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +42.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +144.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +191.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -45.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1174.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +37.3% |
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 | +661.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +13.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1783.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1134.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2693.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +91.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +432.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +540% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20 g
Fats:
20 g
Carbs:
1.37 g
Water:
50.6 g
Other:
8.03 g
Protein:
9.8 g
Fats:
25 g
Carbs:
58.2 g
Water:
3.2 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +104.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1481.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +111.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +25% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +4148.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
13.317 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.462 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.129 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.351 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.166 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -69% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +69.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1884% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 1109mg | 204mg | 91% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.26µg | 0.12µg | 89% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.462g | 9.166g | 58% |
| Phosphorus | 729mg | 382mg | 50% |
| Manganese | 0.085mg | 1.083mg | 43% |
| Saturated fat | 13.317g | 4.129g | 42% |
| Sodium | 1529mg | 839mg | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 7mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.029mg | 0.358mg | 27% |
| Zinc | 3.87mg | 0.87mg | 27% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 2.62mg | 22% |
| Protein | 20g | 9.8g | 20% |
| Carbs | 1.37g | 58.2g | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.114mg | 3.185mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.049mg | 0.261mg | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 160µg | 21µg | 15% |
| Folate | 10µg | 64µg | 14% |
| Calories | 265kcal | 497kcal | 12% |
| Selenium | 17.7µg | 24.3µg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.1g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.098g | 10.351g | 11% |
| Copper | 0.238mg | 0.16mg | 9% |
| Fats | 20g | 25g | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.325mg | 0.622mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.486mg | 0.427mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 125mg | 306mg | 5% |
| Choline | 20.7mg | 4% | |
| Magnesium | 38mg | 54mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.5mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 15IU | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.17mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 1.37g | 55.1g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.24mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.519mg | 0.298mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.2mg | 0.383mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.983mg | 0.698mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.459mg | 0.344mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.369mg | 0.167mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.604mg | 0.472mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.498mg | 0.438mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.752mg | 0.219mg | 0% |
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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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32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
85%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 81mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cheese sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 690mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.188g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cheese sandwich is cheaper (difference - $3.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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