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Romano cheese vs. French fries — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between romano cheese and french fries?

  • Romano cheese is richer in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, selenium, and zinc, while french fries are higher in vitamin B6.
  • Romano cheese's daily need coverage for calcium is 105% higher.
  • French fries are lower in cholesterol.
  • French fries have a higher glycemic index (70) than romano cheese (27).

We used Cheese, romano and Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil 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.
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 25% 5.4% 51% 30% 41% 14% 54% 27% 32% 4.9%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +17.1%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +5811.1%
Contains more ZincZinc +416%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +508%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +1511.1%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +573.3%
Contains more CopperCopper +313.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -85.3%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +1135%
~equal in Iron ~0.81mg

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 16% 0% 33% 0% 43% 9% 56% 35% 86% 0% 28% 23% 20%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +848.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +626.1%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +359.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +3801.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +36.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +337.6%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +409.1%
Contains more FolateFolate +328.6%
Contains more CholineCholine +139%

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% 15% 41% 39% 2%
Protein: 3.43 g
Fats: 14.73 g
Carbs: 41.44 g
Water: 38.55 g
Other: 1.85 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +827.1%
Contains more FatsFats +82.9%
Contains more OtherOther +263.2%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1041.6%
Contains more WaterWater +24.7%

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
17% 44% 39%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.336 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 5.398 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +31.3%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -86.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +810.3%

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Romano cheese French fries DV% diff.
Calcium 1064mg 18mg 105%
Phosphorus 760mg 125mg 91%
Saturated fat 17.115g 2.336g 67%
Protein 31.8g 3.43g 57%
Sodium 1433mg 210mg 53%
Vitamin B12 1.12µg 0µg 47%
Cholesterol 104mg 0mg 35%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.593g 5.398g 32%
Vitamin B2 0.37mg 0.039mg 25%
Selenium 14.5µg 0.9µg 25%
Vitamin B6 0.085mg 0.372mg 22%
Fats 26.94g 14.73g 19%
Zinc 2.58mg 0.5mg 19%
Vitamin B3 0.077mg 3.004mg 18%
Fiber 0g 3.8g 15%
Potassium 86mg 579mg 15%
Carbs 3.63g 41.44g 13%
Vitamin A 96µg 0µg 11%
Vitamin B1 0.037mg 0.17mg 11%
Copper 0.03mg 0.124mg 10%
Vitamin E 0.23mg 1.67mg 10%
Manganese 0.02mg 0.247mg 10%
Vitamin K 2.2µg 11.2µg 8%
Folate 7µg 30µg 6%
Monounsaturated fat 7.838g 5.969g 5%
Vitamin C 0mg 4.7mg 5%
Choline 15.4mg 36.8mg 4%
Calories 387kcal 312kcal 4%
Vitamin B5 0.424mg 0.58mg 3%
Vitamin D 0.5µg 0µg 3%
Vitamin D 20IU 0IU 3%
Iron 0.77mg 0.81mg 1%
Magnesium 41mg 35mg 1%
Net carbs 3.63g 37.64g N/A
Sugar 0.73g 0.3g N/A
Trans fat 0.06g N/A
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%
Omega-3 - ALA 0.407g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.029g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.007g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.898g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Romano cheese French fries
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
27%
French fries
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
106%
Romano cheese
28%
French fries

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Romano cheese
Romano cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 43)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
French fries
French fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 104mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.43g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 1223mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
French fries
French fries is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 14.779g)
Which food is cheaper?
French fries
French fries is cheaper (difference - $4.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
French fries
French fries is relatively richer in vitamins
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.

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. French fries - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170698/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.