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Parmigiano-Reggiano vs. Potato pancake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between parmigiano-Reggiano and potato pancake?

  • Parmigiano-Reggiano is richer in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B2, and selenium, yet potato pancake is richer in vitamin B6 and vitamin C.
  • Parmigiano-Reggiano's daily need coverage for calcium is 108% higher.
  • Parmigiano-Reggiano has 8 times more vitamin B12 than potato pancake. Parmigiano-Reggiano has 2.26µg of vitamin B12, while potato pancake has 0.29µg.
  • Potato pancake contains less saturated fat.

We used Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat and Potato pancakes 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.
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%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 26% 9.6% 55% 63% 60% 19% 55% 100% 34% 49%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +3365.6%
Contains more CopperCopper +32.2%
Contains more ZincZinc +452.9%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +469.5%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +98.9%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +397.6%
Contains more IronIron +85.6%
Contains less SodiumSodium -50%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +205.9%
~equal in Magnesium ~36mg

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%
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 92% 11% 4.6% 4.5% 40% 40% 31% 45% 103% 36% 6.8% 31% 40%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +400%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +33.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +180.9%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +679.3%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +35.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +444.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +1366.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +132.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +814.3%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +58.8%
Contains more FolateFolate +310%
Contains more CholineCholine +258.5%

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
6% 15% 28% 48% 4%
Protein: 6.08 g
Fats: 14.76 g
Carbs: 27.81 g
Water: 47.77 g
Other: 3.58 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +228.9%
Contains more FatsFats +35.5%
Contains more OtherOther +124.3%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1929.9%
~equal in Water ~47.77g

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
18% 27% 55%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.496 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 3.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 7.516 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +63.5%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -81.3%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1526.8%

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 Potato pancake
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Rich in minerals ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Parmigiano-Reggiano Potato pancake DV% diff.
Calcium 1109mg 32mg 108%
Phosphorus 729mg 128mg 86%
Vitamin B12 2.26µg 0.29µg 82%
Saturated fat 13.317g 2.496g 49%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.462g 7.516g 47%
Sodium 1529mg 764mg 33%
Vitamin C 0mg 27.6mg 31%
Vitamin B6 0.049mg 0.448mg 31%
Zinc 3.87mg 0.7mg 29%
Protein 20g 6.08g 28%
Vitamin B2 0.486mg 0.173mg 24%
Selenium 17.7µg 8.9µg 16%
Potassium 125mg 622mg 15%
Vitamin A 160µg 32µg 14%
Fiber 0g 3.3g 13%
Vitamin B1 0.029mg 0.158mg 11%
Iron 0.9mg 1.67mg 10%
Choline 20.7mg 74.2mg 10%
Vitamin B3 0.114mg 1.672mg 10%
Vitamin B5 0.325mg 0.757mg 9%
Starch 20.88g 9%
Carbs 1.37g 27.81g 9%
Manganese 0.085mg 0.26mg 8%
Fats 20g 14.76g 8%
Folate 10µg 41µg 8%
Copper 0.238mg 0.18mg 6%
Monounsaturated fat 6.098g 3.73g 6%
Cholesterol 88mg 95mg 2%
Vitamin D 0.4µg 0.3µg 1%
Vitamin D 15IU 11IU 1%
Fructose 0.56g 1%
Vitamin K 1.7µg 2.7µg 1%
Calories 265kcal 268kcal 0%
Net carbs 1.37g 24.51g N/A
Magnesium 38mg 36mg 0%
Sugar 0g 1.79g N/A
Vitamin E 0.17mg 0.23mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.24mg 0.087mg 0%
Threonine 1.519mg 0.24mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.2mg 0.28mg 0%
Leucine 2.983mg 0.442mg 0%
Lysine 2.459mg 0.389mg 0%
Methionine 0.369mg 0.137mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.604mg 0.3mg 0%
Valine 1.498mg 0.369mg 0%
Histidine 0.752mg 0.141mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.001g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.008g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Parmigiano-Reggiano Potato pancake
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
37%
Potato pancake
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
Parmigiano-Reggiano
47%
Potato pancake

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato pancake
Potato pancake contains less Sodium (difference - 765mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato pancake
Potato pancake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.821g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato pancake
Potato pancake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato pancake
Potato pancake is cheaper (difference - $3.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato pancake
Potato pancake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.79g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is relatively richer in minerals

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. Potato pancake - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170092/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.