Romano cheese vs. Brie — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between romano cheese and brie
- Romano cheese is richer in calcium and phosphorus, yet brie is richer in vitamin B12, folate, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, and vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for calcium for romano cheese is 88% higher.
- Romano cheese contains 4 times more phosphorus than brie. Romano cheese contains 760mg of phosphorus, while brie contains 188mg.
- Brie contains less sodium.
- Brie has a lower glycemic index than romano cheese.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, romano and Cheese, brie.
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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 | +105% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +478.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +54% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +57.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +304.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +76.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -56.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +70% |
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 | +81.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +89.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +40.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +393.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +62.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +176.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +47.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +828.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
31.8 g
Fats:
26.94 g
Carbs:
3.63 g
Water:
30.91 g
Other:
6.72 g
Protein:
20.75 g
Fats:
27.68 g
Carbs:
0.45 g
Water:
48.42 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +53.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +706.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +148.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +56.6% |
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Fats
~27.68g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.115 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.838 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.593 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.41 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.013 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.826 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +39.3% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~17.41g
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~8.013g
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 | 1064mg | 184mg | 88% |
| Phosphorus | 760mg | 188mg | 82% |
| Sodium | 1433mg | 629mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.12µg | 1.65µg | 22% |
| Protein | 31.8g | 20.75g | 22% |
| Folate | 7µg | 65µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.085mg | 0.235mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.37mg | 0.52mg | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 96µg | 174µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.424mg | 0.69mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 41mg | 20mg | 5% |
| Calories | 387kcal | 334kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.037mg | 0.07mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.77mg | 0.5mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 2.58mg | 2.38mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.077mg | 0.38mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 86mg | 152mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.593g | 0.826g | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.02mg | 0.034mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 17.115g | 17.41g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 104mg | 100mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.63g | 0.45g | 1% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.019mg | 1% |
| Fats | 26.94g | 27.68g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.63g | 0.45g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 20IU | 20IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.73g | 0.45g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.23mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 0.5µg | 0% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 14.5µg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 2.2µg | 2.3µg | 0% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 15.4mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.838g | 8.013g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.429mg | 0.322mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.171mg | 0.751mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.685mg | 1.015mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 3.071mg | 1.929mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.941mg | 1.851mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.852mg | 0.592mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.71mg | 1.158mg | 0% |
| Valine | 2.183mg | 1.34mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 1.231mg | 0.716mg | 0% |
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
26%
45%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
106%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Romano cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Romano cheese is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.295g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Brie is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.28g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brie contains less Sodium (difference - 804mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Brie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Brie is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brie is relatively richer in vitamins