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Romano cheese vs. Fireweed — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between romano cheese and fireweed

  • Romano cheese has more phosphorus, calcium, and vitamin B12; however, fireweed is higher in manganese, fiber, vitamin B6, copper, and vitamin B3.
  • Fireweed covers your daily need for manganese, 291% more than romano cheese.
  • Fireweed has less cholesterol.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheese, romano and Fireweed, leaves, raw.

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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 111% 129% 44% 90% 107% 73% 46% 4.4% 874% 4.9%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +148%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +603.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +1511.1%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +280.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +474.4%
Contains more IronIron +211.7%
Contains more CopperCopper +966.7%
Contains less SodiumSodium -97.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +33420%
~equal in Zinc ~2.66mg

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% 32% 4.6% 7.5% 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 7.3% 60% 0% 0% 8.3% 32% 88% 81% 146% 0% 0% 84% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +12.1%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +170.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +87.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +5970.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +219.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +643.5%
Contains more FolateFolate +1500%

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
5% 3% 19% 71% 3%
Protein: 4.71 g
Fats: 2.75 g
Carbs: 19.22 g
Water: 70.78 g
Other: 2.54 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +575.2%
Contains more FatsFats +879.6%
Contains more OtherOther +164.6%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +429.5%
Contains more WaterWater +129%

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 Fireweed
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Romano cheese Fireweed DV% diff.
Manganese 0.02mg 6.704mg 291%
Phosphorus 760mg 108mg 93%
Saturated fat 17.115g 78%
Calcium 1064mg 429mg 64%
Sodium 1433mg 34mg 61%
Protein 31.8g 4.71g 54%
Vitamin B12 1.12µg 0µg 47%
Fiber 0g 10.6g 42%
Vitamin B6 0.085mg 0.632mg 42%
Fats 26.94g 2.75g 37%
Cholesterol 104mg 0mg 35%
Copper 0.03mg 0.32mg 32%
Vitamin B3 0.077mg 4.674mg 29%
Magnesium 41mg 156mg 27%
Folate 7µg 112µg 26%
Selenium 14.5µg 0.9µg 25%
Iron 0.77mg 2.4mg 20%
Monounsaturated fat 7.838g 20%
Vitamin B5 0.424mg 1.356mg 19%
Vitamin B2 0.37mg 0.137mg 18%
Calories 387kcal 103kcal 14%
Potassium 86mg 494mg 12%
Vitamin A 96µg 180µg 9%
Carbs 3.63g 19.22g 5%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.593g 4%
Vitamin D 0.5µg 0µg 3%
Vitamin D 20IU 0IU 3%
Choline 15.4mg 3%
Vitamin E 0.23mg 2%
Vitamin C 0mg 2.2mg 2%
Vitamin K 2.2µg 2%
Zinc 2.58mg 2.66mg 1%
Net carbs 3.63g 8.62g N/A
Sugar 0.73g N/A
Vitamin B1 0.037mg 0.033mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.429mg 0%
Threonine 1.171mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.685mg 0%
Leucine 3.071mg 0%
Lysine 2.941mg 0%
Methionine 0.852mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.71mg 0%
Valine 2.183mg 0%
Histidine 1.231mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Romano cheese Fireweed
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
26%
Romano cheese
39%
Fireweed
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
106%
Romano cheese
148%
Fireweed

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fireweed
Fireweed is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 104mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fireweed
Fireweed is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.73g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fireweed
Fireweed contains less Sodium (difference - 1399mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fireweed
Fireweed is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.115g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fireweed
Fireweed is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Fireweed
Fireweed is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

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. Fireweed - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169399/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.