Parmigiano-Reggiano vs. Pound cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between parmigiano-Reggiano and pound cake
- Parmigiano-Reggiano has more calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, copper, and vitamin B2; however, pound cake has more vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for calcium for parmigiano-Reggiano is 106% higher.
- Pound cake has 9 times less zinc than parmigiano-Reggiano. Parmigiano-Reggiano has 3.87mg of zinc, while pound cake has 0.43mg.
- Pound cake is lower in sodium.
- Pound cake has a higher glycemic index than parmigiano-Reggiano.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat and Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen).
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +375% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2259.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +466.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +800% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +420.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +254% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +19.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +64.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -75.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +29.4% |
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 | +128.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +95.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +36.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +527.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +282.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +496.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1316.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +49.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +320% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +216.9% |
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:
5 g
Fats:
13.96 g
Carbs:
53.64 g
Water:
25.87 g
Other:
1.53 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +300% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +43.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +95.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +424.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +3815.3% |
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
4.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.419 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +101.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -63.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +640% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 1109mg | 47mg | 106% |
| Phosphorus | 729mg | 140mg | 84% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.26µg | 0.36µg | 79% |
| Sodium | 1529mg | 377mg | 50% |
| Saturated fat | 13.317g | 4.811g | 39% |
| Zinc | 3.87mg | 0.43mg | 31% |
| Protein | 20g | 5g | 30% |
| Selenium | 17.7µg | 5µg | 23% |
| Copper | 0.238mg | 0.042mg | 22% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.462g | 3.419g | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.486mg | 0.249mg | 18% |
| Carbs | 1.37g | 53.64g | 17% |
| Threonine | 1.519mg | 153mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.029mg | 0.173mg | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 160µg | 70µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.114mg | 1.615mg | 9% |
| Fats | 20g | 13.96g | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.098g | 3.02g | 8% |
| Folate | 10µg | 42µg | 8% |
| Choline | 20.7mg | 65.6mg | 8% |
| Starch | 17.36g | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 1.48mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 38mg | 8mg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 66mg | 7% |
| Calories | 265kcal | 353kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.17mg | 0.65mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.325mg | 0.485mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 0.8µg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.6g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 15IU | 34IU | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.049mg | 0.036mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.085mg | 0.11mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 125mg | 149mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.37g | 53.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 33.36g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1.7µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.192g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.24mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.2mg | 0.204mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.983mg | 0.397mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.459mg | 0.198mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.369mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.604mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.498mg | 0.249mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.752mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.372g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.895g | N/A |
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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%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pound cake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 22mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pound cake contains less Sodium (difference - 1152mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pound cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.506g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pound cake is cheaper (difference - $3.2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.36g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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