Danish pastry vs. Pasta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are danish pastry and pasta different?
- Danish pastry has more vitamin B2, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B3, manganese, and monounsaturated fat than pasta.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for danish pastry is 33% higher.
- Danish pastry contains 91 times more monounsaturated fat than pasta. While danish pastry contains 11.313g of monounsaturated fat, pasta contains only 0.124g.
- Pasta has less sodium.
Danish pastry, cheese and Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, cooked are the varieties used in this article.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +483.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +308.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +57.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +25% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +71.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +56.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +20% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.6% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +483.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +73.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +101.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +66.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +17.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8 g
Fats:
21.9 g
Carbs:
37.2 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
1.5 g
Protein:
5.15 g
Fats:
1.05 g
Carbs:
24.93 g
Water:
68.56 g
Other:
0.31 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +55.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1985.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +49.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +383.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +118.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.794 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.313 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.575 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.15 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.429 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +9023.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +500.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.8% |
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 Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 18.9µg | 34% | |
| Fats | 21.9g | 1.05g | 32% |
| Saturated fat | 6.794g | 0.15g | 30% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.313g | 0.124g | 28% |
| Sodium | 417mg | 6mg | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.575g | 0.429g | 14% |
| Calories | 374kcal | 131kcal | 12% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 1.14mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.26mg | 0.15mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 6.9µg | 6% | |
| Protein | 8g | 5.15g | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2mg | 0.992mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 108mg | 63mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.351mg | 0.224mg | 6% |
| Choline | 20.1mg | 4% | |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% | |
| Carbs | 37.2g | 24.93g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 33mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 6mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.2µg | 0.14µg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 35µg | 6µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 0.183mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.19mg | 0.209mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 98mg | 24mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.56mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Folate | 60µg | 64µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 36.2g | 24.93g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 6.95g | N/A | |
| Copper | 0.089mg | 0.093mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.034mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.089mg | 0.065mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.293mg | 0.134mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.371mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.644mg | 0.348mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.43mg | 0.097mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.174mg | 0.079mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.247mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.412mg | 0.217mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.205mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A |
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
22%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
16%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pasta is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.95g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pasta contains less Sodium (difference - 411mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pasta is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.644g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pasta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Danish pastry is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Danish pastry is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Danish pastry is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Danish pastry is relatively richer in vitamins