Egg vs. Parmigiano-Reggiano — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between eggs and parmigiano-Reggiano
- Eggs have more copper, choline, and selenium; however, parmigiano-Reggiano is higher in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, and zinc.
- Eggs cover your daily need for copper, 196% more than parmigiano-Reggiano.
- Eggs have 14 times more choline than parmigiano-Reggiano. While eggs have 293.8mg of choline, parmigiano-Reggiano has only 20.7mg.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano has less cholesterol.
- The glycemic index of parmigiano-Reggiano is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Egg, whole, cooked, hard-boiled 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 IronIron | +32.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +740.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +74% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +280% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2118% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +268.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +323.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +226.9% |
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 EVitamin E | +505.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +450% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +127.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +330.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +146.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +340% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1319.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +78.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +103.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +466.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.58 g
Fats:
10.61 g
Carbs:
1.12 g
Water:
74.62 g
Other:
1.07 g
Protein:
20 g
Fats:
20 g
Carbs:
1.37 g
Water:
50.6 g
Other:
8.03 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +47.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +59% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +88.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +650.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.267 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.077 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.414 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 | -75.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +206.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +49.6% |
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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| Copper | 2mg | 0.238mg | 196% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 1109mg | 106% |
| Cholesterol | 373mg | 88mg | 95% |
| Phosphorus | 172mg | 729mg | 80% |
| Sodium | 124mg | 1529mg | 61% |
| Choline | 293.8mg | 20.7mg | 50% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.11µg | 2.26µg | 48% |
| Saturated fat | 3.267g | 13.317g | 46% |
| Zinc | 1.05mg | 3.87mg | 26% |
| Selenium | 30.8µg | 17.7µg | 24% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.398mg | 0.325mg | 21% |
| Protein | 12.58g | 20g | 15% |
| Fats | 10.61g | 20g | 14% |
| Vitamin D | 87IU | 15IU | 9% |
| Folate | 44µg | 10µg | 9% |
| Vitamin D | 2.2µg | 0.4µg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 38mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.121mg | 0.049mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 1.03mg | 0.17mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.414g | 0.462g | 6% |
| Calories | 155kcal | 265kcal | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.077g | 6.098g | 5% |
| Iron | 1.19mg | 0.9mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.026mg | 0.085mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.066mg | 0.029mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.513mg | 0.486mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 1.7µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 149µg | 160µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 1.12g | 1.37g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.12g | 1.37g | N/A |
| Potassium | 126mg | 125mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.12g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.064mg | 0.114mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.153mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.604mg | 1.519mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.686mg | 1.2mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.075mg | 2.983mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.904mg | 2.459mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.392mg | 0.369mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.668mg | 1.604mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.767mg | 1.498mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.298mg | 0.752mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.038g | 0g | 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
53%
40%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
103%
121%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 285mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.12g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Egg contains less Sodium (difference - 1405mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Egg is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.05g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Egg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Egg is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Egg 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.