Fettuccine vs. Arepa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between fettuccine and arepa?
- Fettuccine is higher in vitamin B3, yet arepa is higher in phosphorus, zinc, calcium, and iron.
- Arepa's daily need coverage for phosphorus is 13% more.
- Fettuccine has 2 times more vitamin B3 than arepa. While fettuccine has 1.8mg of vitamin B3, arepa has only 0.888mg.
- The amount of sodium in fettuccine is lower.
We used KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Restaurant, Latino, arepa (unleavened cornmeal bread) types 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 PotassiumPotassium | +90.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -38.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +350% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +217.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +73.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +700% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +368% |
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 | +55.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +28.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +102.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +114% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.2 g
Fats:
2.7 g
Carbs:
14 g
Water:
75.2 g
Other:
1.9 g
Protein:
5.48 g
Fats:
5.38 g
Carbs:
37.14 g
Water:
50.8 g
Other:
1.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +13.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +48% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +58.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +99.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +165.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.9 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.902 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.514 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.989 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -69% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +68.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +147.3% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Phosphorus | 25mg | 117mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 6.1µg | 11% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.9g | 2.902g | 9% |
| Carbs | 14g | 37.14g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 61µg | 7% | |
| Calories | 99kcal | 219kcal | 6% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 89mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 0.888mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 1.04mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 0.8mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 166mg | 270mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 27mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.116mg | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 0.989g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.202mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.107mg | 4% |
| Fats | 2.7g | 5.38g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 3% | |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 5mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 3.5µg | 3% | |
| Fiber | 2g | 2.6g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.07mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.042mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 168mg | 88mg | 2% |
| Folate | 6µg | 2% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.9g | 1.514g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 0.29mg | 1% |
| Protein | 6.2g | 5.48g | 1% |
| Choline | 4.4mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 12g | 34.54g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.3g | 0.87g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.157g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.048mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.193mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.207mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.671mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.228mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.131mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.276mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.276mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.166mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.825g | 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
7%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fettuccine contains less Sodium (difference - 104mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fettuccine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.002g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fettuccine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arepa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arepa is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.43g)
Which food is cheaper?
Arepa is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Arepa 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.