Romano cheese vs. Taro — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between romano cheese and taro?
- Romano cheese is richer in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, selenium, and zinc, while taro is higher in fiber.
- Romano cheese's daily need coverage for calcium is 102% higher.
- Taro is lower in cholesterol.
- Taro has a higher glycemic index (54) than romano cheese (27).
We used Cheese, romano and Taro, raw 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +24.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2374.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +40% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1021.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +804.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1971.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +587.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +473.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1815% |
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 | +2300% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1380% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +39.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +120% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +934.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +156.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +679.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +232.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +214.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +12.3% |
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:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
26.46 g
Water:
70.64 g
Other:
1.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2020% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +13370% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +460% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +628.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +128.5% |
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
0.041 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.016 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.083 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +48887.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +614.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.8% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 1064mg | 43mg | 102% |
| Phosphorus | 760mg | 84mg | 97% |
| Saturated fat | 17.115g | 0.041g | 78% |
| Sodium | 1433mg | 11mg | 62% |
| Protein | 31.8g | 1.5g | 61% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.12µg | 0µg | 47% |
| Fats | 26.94g | 0.2g | 41% |
| Cholesterol | 104mg | 0mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.37mg | 0.025mg | 27% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 0.7µg | 25% |
| Zinc | 2.58mg | 0.23mg | 21% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.838g | 0.016g | 20% |
| Manganese | 0.02mg | 0.383mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.1g | 16% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.172mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.085mg | 0.283mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 86mg | 591mg | 15% |
| Vitamin E | 0.23mg | 2.38mg | 14% |
| Calories | 387kcal | 112kcal | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 96µg | 4µg | 10% |
| Carbs | 3.63g | 26.46g | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.037mg | 0.095mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 4.5mg | 5% |
| Folate | 7µg | 22µg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.593g | 0.083g | 3% |
| Iron | 0.77mg | 0.55mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.077mg | 0.6mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 20IU | 0IU | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 41mg | 33mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.424mg | 0.303mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.2µg | 1µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.63g | 22.36g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.73g | 0.4g | N/A |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 17.3mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.429mg | 0.023mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.171mg | 0.069mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.685mg | 0.054mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 3.071mg | 0.111mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.941mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.852mg | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.71mg | 0.082mg | 0% |
| Valine | 2.183mg | 0.082mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 1.231mg | 0.034mg | 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%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
106%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taro is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 104mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taro is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.33g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taro contains less Sodium (difference - 1422mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taro is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.074g)
Which food is cheaper?
Taro is cheaper (difference - $4.6)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Romano cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Romano cheese is relatively richer in minerals
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.