Parmigiano-Reggiano vs. Chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Parmigiano-Reggiano and Chocolate?
- Parmigiano-Reggiano is richer in Calcium, Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, Vitamin B2, and Selenium, yet Chocolate is richer in Iron, Copper, Manganese, and Fiber.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano's daily need coverage for Calcium is 105% higher.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano has 64 times more Sodium than Chocolate. Parmigiano-Reggiano has 1529mg of Sodium, while Chocolate has 24mg.
We used Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat and Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids 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 | +1880.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +92.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +253.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +490% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +284.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +347.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +791.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +331.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1569.4% |
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 | +1110% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +16% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +872% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +882.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +217.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +536% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +376.5% |
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:
4.88 g
Fats:
31.28 g
Carbs:
61.17 g
Water:
0.97 g
Other:
1.7 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +309.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +5116.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +372.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +56.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +4365% |
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
18.519 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
9.54 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.092 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -28.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +56.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +136.4% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 265kcal | 546kcal |
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| Protein | 20g | 4.88g |
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| Fats | 20g | 31.28g |
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| Net carbs | 1.37g | 54.17g |
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| Carbs | 1.37g | 61.17g |
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| Cholesterol | 88mg | 8mg |
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| Vitamin D | 15IU |
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| Magnesium | 38mg | 146mg |
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| Calcium | 1109mg | 56mg |
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| Potassium | 125mg | 559mg |
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| Iron | 0.9mg | 8.02mg |
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| Sugar | 0g | 47.9g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 7g |
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| Copper | 0.238mg | 1.028mg |
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| Zinc | 3.87mg | 2.01mg |
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| Phosphorus | 729mg | 206mg |
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| Sodium | 1529mg | 24mg |
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| Vitamin A | 605IU | 50IU |
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| Vitamin A | 160µg | 2µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.17mg | 0.54mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.4µg |
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| Manganese | 0.085mg | 1.419mg |
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| Selenium | 17.7µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.029mg | 0.025mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.486mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.114mg | 0.725mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.325mg | 0.297mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.049mg | 0.042mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.26µg | 0.23µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 8.1µg |
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| Folate | 10µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.112g |
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| Choline | 20.7mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 13.317g | 18.519g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.098g | 9.54g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.462g | 1.092g |
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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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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.085g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.947g |
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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
39%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
116%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Sugar (difference - 47.9g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.202g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chocolate is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 80mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 1505mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is cheaper?
Chocolate is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
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.