Parmigiano-Reggiano vs. Powdered milk — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between parmigiano-Reggiano and powdered milk?
- Parmigiano-Reggiano is richer in calcium and copper, yet powdered milk is richer in vitamin B2, vitamin B12, vitamin B5, potassium, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, and choline.
- Powdered milk's daily need coverage for vitamin B2 is 55% higher.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano has 4 times more sodium than powdered milk. Parmigiano-Reggiano has 1529mg of sodium, while powdered milk has 371mg.
We used Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat and Milk, dry, whole, without added vitamin D 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 | +21.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +91.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +197.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +15.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +112.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +123.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +964% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -75.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +61.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +241.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +875.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +147.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +466.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +598.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +516.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +43.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +29.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +270% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +467.1% |
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:
26.32 g
Fats:
26.71 g
Carbs:
38.42 g
Water:
2.47 g
Other:
6.08 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1948.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +32.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +31.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +33.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2704.4% |
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
16.742 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.924 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.665 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -20.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +29.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +43.9% |
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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| Vitamin B2 | 0.486mg | 1.205mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 1529mg | 371mg | 50% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.26µg | 3.25µg | 41% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.325mg | 2.271mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 125mg | 1330mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.029mg | 0.283mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 1109mg | 912mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.049mg | 0.302mg | 19% |
| Copper | 0.238mg | 0.08mg | 18% |
| Choline | 20.7mg | 117.4mg | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 13.317g | 16.742g | 16% |
| Protein | 20g | 26.32g | 13% |
| Calories | 265kcal | 496kcal | 12% |
| Carbs | 1.37g | 38.42g | 12% |
| Magnesium | 38mg | 85mg | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 160µg | 258µg | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 8.6mg | 10% |
| Fats | 20g | 26.71g | 10% |
| Folate | 10µg | 37µg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 729mg | 776mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 3.87mg | 3.34mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.098g | 7.924g | 5% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 0.47mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 17.7µg | 16.3µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.114mg | 0.646mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.17mg | 0.58mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 97mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.085mg | 0.04mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 15IU | 20IU | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.462g | 0.665g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 0.5µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.37g | 38.42g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 38.42g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 2.2µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.24mg | 0.371mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.519mg | 1.188mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.2mg | 1.592mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.983mg | 2.578mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.459mg | 2.087mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.369mg | 0.66mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.604mg | 1.271mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.498mg | 1.762mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.752mg | 0.714mg | 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
40%
93%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
106%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Powdered milk contains less Sodium (difference - 1158mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Powdered milk is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Powdered milk is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.42g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.425g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is relatively richer in minerals