Cheese vs. Parmigiano-Reggiano — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between cheese and parmigiano-Reggiano
- Cheese has more selenium and vitamin A; however, parmigiano-Reggiano is higher in vitamin B12, calcium, phosphorus, copper, and iron.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 48% more than cheese.
- Cheese has 3 times more folate than parmigiano-Reggiano. While cheese has 27µg of folate, parmigiano-Reggiano has only 10µg.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of parmigiano-Reggiano is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheese, cheddar and Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -57.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +61% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +40.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +56.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +64.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +542.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +693.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +60.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +214.8% |
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 | +106.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +317.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +26.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +34.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +41.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +170% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +13.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +93.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +105.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +25.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
22.87 g
Fats:
33.31 g
Carbs:
3.09 g
Water:
37.02 g
Other:
3.71 g
Protein:
20 g
Fats:
20 g
Carbs:
1.37 g
Water:
50.6 g
Other:
8.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +14.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +66.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +125.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +36.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +116.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.867 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.246 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.421 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
13.317 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.462 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +51.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +207.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -29.4% |
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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| Vitamin B12 | 1.1µg | 2.26µg | 48% |
| Calcium | 710mg | 1109mg | 40% |
| Phosphorus | 455mg | 729mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 653mg | 1529mg | 38% |
| Saturated fat | 18.867g | 13.317g | 25% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.238mg | 23% |
| Fats | 33.31g | 20g | 20% |
| Selenium | 28.5µg | 17.7µg | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 330µg | 160µg | 19% |
| Iron | 0.14mg | 0.9mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.246g | 6.098g | 8% |
| Calories | 404kcal | 265kcal | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.421g | 0.462g | 6% |
| Protein | 22.87g | 20g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 99mg | 88mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.71mg | 0.17mg | 4% |
| Folate | 27µg | 10µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.428mg | 0.486mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 38mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.027mg | 0.085mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.41mg | 0.325mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 3.64mg | 3.87mg | 2% |
| Choline | 16.5mg | 20.7mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 1.7µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 76mg | 125mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.066mg | 0.049mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0.4µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 24IU | 15IU | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.09g | 1.37g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.09g | 1.37g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.48g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.029mg | 0.029mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.059mg | 0.114mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.917g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.547mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.044mg | 1.519mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.206mg | 1.2mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.939mg | 2.983mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.025mg | 2.459mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.547mg | 0.369mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.074mg | 1.604mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.404mg | 1.498mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.547mg | 0.752mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.01g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.017g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.48g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.55g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 876mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Cheese is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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