Corned beef vs. Parmigiano-Reggiano — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between corned beef and parmigiano-Reggiano
- Corned beef has more selenium, vitamin B3, and vitamin B6, while parmigiano-Reggiano has more calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, and vitamin A.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano's daily need coverage for calcium is 110% higher.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano contains 27 times less vitamin B3 than corned beef. Corned beef contains 3.03mg of vitamin B3, while parmigiano-Reggiano contains 0.114mg.
- The amount of sodium in corned beef is lower.
- Corned beef has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of corned beef is 0, while the glycemic index of parmigiano-Reggiano is 27.
The food types used in this comparison are Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, cooked 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 more PotassiumPotassium | +16% |
Contains more IronIron | +106.7% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +18.3% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -36.4% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +85.3% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +216.7% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +13762.5% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +54.5% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +483.2% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +286.4% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +2557.9% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +29.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +369.4% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +234.3% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +300% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +11.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +185.9% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +38.7% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +13.3% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +66.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.17 g
Fats:
18.98 g
Carbs:
0.47 g
Water:
59.79 g
Other:
2.59 g
Protein:
20 g
Fats:
20 g
Carbs:
1.37 g
Water:
50.6 g
Other:
8.03 g
Contains more WaterWater | +18.2% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +10.1% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +191.5% |
Contains more OtherOther | +210% |
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Fats
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.34 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.67 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
13.317 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.462 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -52.4% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +51.2% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +45% |
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 Cholesterol |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Lower in price |
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Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Calcium | 8mg | 1109mg | 110% |
Phosphorus | 125mg | 729mg | 86% |
Saturated fat | 6.34g | 13.317g | 32% |
Selenium | 32.8µg | 17.7µg | 27% |
Vitamin B12 | 1.63µg | 2.26µg | 26% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.486mg | 24% |
Sodium | 973mg | 1529mg | 24% |
Vitamin B3 | 3.03mg | 0.114mg | 18% |
Vitamin A | 0µg | 160µg | 18% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.23mg | 0.049mg | 14% |
Iron | 1.86mg | 0.9mg | 12% |
Copper | 0.154mg | 0.238mg | 9% |
Choline | 69.2mg | 20.7mg | 9% |
Monounsaturated fat | 9.22g | 6.098g | 8% |
Zinc | 4.58mg | 3.87mg | 6% |
Magnesium | 12mg | 38mg | 6% |
Protein | 18.17g | 20g | 4% |
Cholesterol | 98mg | 88mg | 3% |
Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.085mg | 3% |
Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0.4µg | 2% |
Fats | 18.98g | 20g | 2% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.42mg | 0.325mg | 2% |
Folate | 6µg | 10µg | 1% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.67g | 0.462g | 1% |
Potassium | 145mg | 125mg | 1% |
Vitamin D | 4IU | 15IU | 1% |
Calories | 251kcal | 265kcal | 1% |
Net carbs | 0.47g | 1.37g | N/A |
Carbs | 0.47g | 1.37g | 0% |
Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0.17mg | 0% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.026mg | 0.029mg | 0% |
Vitamin K | 1.5µg | 1.7µg | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.119mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
Threonine | 0.726mg | 1.519mg | 0% |
Isoleucine | 0.827mg | 1.2mg | 0% |
Leucine | 1.445mg | 2.983mg | 0% |
Lysine | 1.536mg | 2.459mg | 0% |
Methionine | 0.473mg | 0.369mg | 0% |
Phenylalanine | 0.718mg | 1.604mg | 0% |
Valine | 0.901mg | 1.498mg | 0% |
Histidine | 0.58mg | 0.752mg | 0% |
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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
33%

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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%

121%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Parmigiano-Reggiano is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?

Corned beef contains less Sodium (difference - 556mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Corned beef is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.977g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Corned beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?

Corned beef is cheaper (difference - $3.2)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
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.