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

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How are parmigiano-Reggiano and nutmeg different?

  • Parmigiano-Reggiano is higher in vitamin B12, calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin B2; however, nutmeg is richer in manganese, copper, fiber, and magnesium.
  • Daily need coverage for manganese for nutmeg is 122% higher.
  • Nutmeg has less sodium.
  • Nutmeg has a lower glycemic index (0) than parmigiano-Reggiano (27).

Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat and Spices, nutmeg, ground are the varieties used 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 27% 333% 11% 34% 79% 106% 312% 199% 11% 97%
Nutmeg
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 131% 55% 31% 114% 342% 59% 91% 2.1% 378% 8.7%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +502.7%
Contains more ZincZinc +80%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +242.3%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +1006.3%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +381.6%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +180%
Contains more IronIron +237.8%
Contains more CopperCopper +331.5%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +3311.8%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 53% 3.4% 6% 7.3% 112% 2.1% 20% 11% 283% 4.3% 7.5% 11%
Nutmeg
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 10% 1.7% 0% 0% 87% 13% 24% 0% 37% 0% 0% 57% 4.8%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +3100%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +752.6%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +135.2%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +1093.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +1039.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +226.5%
Contains more FolateFolate +660%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
20% 20% 51% 8%
Protein: 20 g
Fats: 20 g
Carbs: 1.37 g
Water: 50.6 g
Other: 8.03 g
Nutmeg
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6% 36% 49% 6% 2%
Protein: 5.84 g
Fats: 36.31 g
Carbs: 49.29 g
Water: 6.23 g
Other: 2.33 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +242.5%
Contains more WaterWater +712.2%
Contains more OtherOther +244.6%
Contains more FatsFats +81.6%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +3497.8%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
67% 31% 2%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 13.317 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 6.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.462 g
Nutmeg
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88% 11%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 25.94 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 3.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.35 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -48.7%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +89.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +32%

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 Nutmeg
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Parmigiano-Reggiano Nutmeg DV% diff.
Manganese 0.085mg 2.9mg 122%
Vitamin B12 2.26µg 0µg 94%
Calcium 1109mg 184mg 93%
Copper 0.238mg 1.027mg 88%
Fiber 0g 20.8g 83%
Phosphorus 729mg 213mg 74%
Sodium 1529mg 16mg 66%
Saturated fat 13.317g 25.94g 57%
Magnesium 38mg 183mg 35%
Vitamin B2 0.486mg 0.057mg 33%
Selenium 17.7µg 1.6µg 29%
Cholesterol 88mg 0mg 29%
Protein 20g 5.84g 28%
Iron 0.9mg 3.04mg 27%
Vitamin B1 0.029mg 0.346mg 26%
Fats 20g 36.31g 25%
Folate 10µg 76µg 17%
Vitamin A 160µg 5µg 17%
Carbs 1.37g 49.29g 16%
Zinc 3.87mg 2.15mg 16%
Calories 265kcal 525kcal 13%
Vitamin B6 0.049mg 0.16mg 9%
Monounsaturated fat 6.098g 3.22g 7%
Potassium 125mg 350mg 7%
Vitamin B3 0.114mg 1.299mg 7%
Vitamin B5 0.325mg 7%
Vitamin C 0mg 3mg 3%
Choline 20.7mg 8.8mg 2%
Vitamin D 0.4µg 0µg 2%
Vitamin D 15IU 0IU 2%
Vitamin K 1.7µg 0µg 1%
Vitamin E 0.17mg 0mg 1%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.462g 0.35g 1%
Net carbs 1.37g 28.49g N/A
Sugar 0g 2.99g N/A
Tryptophan 0.24mg 0%
Threonine 1.519mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.2mg 0%
Leucine 2.983mg 0%
Lysine 2.459mg 0%
Methionine 0.369mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.604mg 0%
Valine 1.498mg 0%
Histidine 0.752mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Parmigiano-Reggiano Nutmeg
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
40%
Parmigiano-Reggiano
18%
Nutmeg
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
Parmigiano-Reggiano
121%
Nutmeg

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.99g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.623g)
Which food is cheaper?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg contains less Sodium (difference - 1513mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
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.
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. Nutmeg - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171326/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.