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Romano cheese vs. Macaroon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between romano cheese and macaroon?

  • Romano cheese is higher in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, and zinc; however, macaroon is richer in copper and fiber.
  • Romano cheese's daily need coverage for calcium is 106% more.
  • Macaroon has less cholesterol.

We used Cheese, romano and Cookies, coconut macaroon types 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 29% 319% 7.6% 29% 10% 70% 326% 187% 2.6% 79%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 21% 1.5% 11% 31% 90% 20% 29% 31% 0% 37%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +41.4%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +21180%
Contains more ZincZinc +253.4%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1017.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +113.2%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +43%
Contains more CopperCopper +796.7%
Contains less SodiumSodium -83.2%
~equal in Iron ~0.82mg

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% 25% 4.6% 15% 9.3% 85% 1.4% 25% 20% 140% 5.5% 5.3% 8.4%
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% 0% 3.8% 0% 5% 14% 4.1% 0% 22% 0% 2.8% 2.3% 5%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +21.1%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +85%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +516.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +100%
Contains more FolateFolate +133.3%
Contains more CholineCholine +69.2%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +185.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +12.9%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
32% 27% 4% 31% 7%
Protein: 31.8 g
Fats: 26.94 g
Carbs: 3.63 g
Water: 30.91 g
Other: 6.72 g
3% 23% 61% 12% 2%
Protein: 3.02 g
Fats: 22.55 g
Carbs: 61.22 g
Water: 11.5 g
Other: 1.71 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +953%
Contains more FatsFats +19.5%
Contains more WaterWater +168.8%
Contains more OtherOther +293%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1586.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
67% 31% 2%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 17.115 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 7.838 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.593 g
89% 7% 4%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 20.099 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 1.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.81 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -14.8%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +386.8%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +36.6%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Romano cheese Macaroon
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in price ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Romano cheese Macaroon Opinion
Calories 387kcal 460kcal Macaroon
Protein 31.8g 3.02g Romano cheese
Fats 26.94g 22.55g Romano cheese
Net carbs 3.63g 56.12g Macaroon
Carbs 3.63g 61.22g Macaroon
Cholesterol 104mg 0mg Macaroon
Vitamin D 20IU 0IU Romano cheese
Magnesium 41mg 29mg Romano cheese
Calcium 1064mg 5mg Romano cheese
Potassium 86mg 123mg Macaroon
Iron 0.77mg 0.82mg Macaroon
Sugar 0.73g 45.16g Romano cheese
Fiber 0g 5.1g Macaroon
Copper 0.03mg 0.269mg Macaroon
Zinc 2.58mg 0.73mg Romano cheese
Phosphorus 760mg 68mg Romano cheese
Sodium 1433mg 241mg Macaroon
Vitamin A 415IU 0IU Romano cheese
Vitamin A 96µg 0µg Romano cheese
Vitamin E 0.23mg 0.19mg Romano cheese
Vitamin D 0.5µg 0µg Romano cheese
Manganese 0.02mg Romano cheese
Selenium 14.5µg 6.8µg Romano cheese
Vitamin B1 0.037mg 0.02mg Romano cheese
Vitamin B2 0.37mg 0.06mg Romano cheese
Vitamin B3 0.077mg 0.22mg Macaroon
Vitamin B5 0.424mg Romano cheese
Vitamin B6 0.085mg 0.096mg Macaroon
Vitamin B12 1.12µg 0µg Romano cheese
Vitamin K 2.2µg 1.1µg Romano cheese
Folate 7µg 3µg Romano cheese
Choline 15.4mg 9.1mg Romano cheese
Saturated Fat 17.115g 20.099g Romano cheese
Monounsaturated Fat 7.838g 1.61g Romano cheese
Polyunsaturated fat 0.593g 0.81g Macaroon
Tryptophan 0.429mg Romano cheese
Threonine 1.171mg Romano cheese
Isoleucine 1.685mg Romano cheese
Leucine 3.071mg Romano cheese
Lysine 2.941mg Romano cheese
Methionine 0.852mg Romano cheese
Phenylalanine 1.71mg Romano cheese
Valine 2.183mg Romano cheese
Histidine 1.231mg Romano cheese

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Romano cheese Macaroon
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
27%
Romano cheese
5%
Macaroon
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
106%
Romano cheese
27%
Macaroon

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Romano cheese
Romano cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 44.43g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Romano cheese
Romano cheese is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.984g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Romano cheese
Romano cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Romano cheese
Romano cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Romano cheese
Romano cheese is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 104mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Macaroon
Macaroon contains less Sodium (difference - 1192mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Macaroon
Macaroon is cheaper (difference - $4.6)

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. Romano cheese - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171249/nutrients
  2. Macaroon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171847/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.