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Fettuccine vs. Broth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Important differences between fettuccine and broth

  • Fettuccine has more fiber; however, broth is richer in vitamin B2, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, magnesium, folate, and iron.
  • Broth's daily need coverage for sodium is 1031% more.
  • Fettuccine contains less saturated fat.

The food varieties used in the comparison are KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 4.3% 8.4% 15% 23% 0% 2.7% 11% 22% 0% 0%
Broth
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 40% 56% 27% 39% 0% 2.5% 71% 3114% 20% 153%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.3%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +833.3%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +567.9%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +83.9%
Contains more IronIron +71.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +564%
~equal in Copper ~0mg
~equal in Zinc ~0.09mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 9% 0% 23% 16% 34% 0% 12% 0% 0% 4.5% 0%
Broth
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 3.7% 0% 9.2% 0% 25% 99% 46% 36% 23% 38% 0% 24% 63%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +11.1%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +514.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +36.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +100%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +433.3%
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin E ~0.46mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
6% 3% 14% 75% 2%
Protein: 6.2 g
Fats: 2.7 g
Carbs: 14 g
Water: 75.2 g
Other: 1.9 g
Broth
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17% 14% 18% 2% 49%
Protein: 16.66 g
Fats: 13.88 g
Carbs: 18.01 g
Water: 2.27 g
Other: 49.18 g
Contains more WaterWater +3212.8%
Contains more ProteinProtein +168.7%
Contains more FatsFats +414.1%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +28.6%
Contains more OtherOther +2488.4%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
41% 41% 18%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.9 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.4 g
Broth
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26% 40% 34%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.43 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.48 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -73.8%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +495.6%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1020%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Fettuccine Broth
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Fettuccine Broth DV% diff.
Sodium 166mg 23875mg 1031%
Selenium 28µg 51%
Vitamin B2 0.07mg 0.43mg 28%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.4g 4.48g 27%
Choline 114.6mg 21%
Protein 6.2g 16.66g 21%
Phosphorus 25mg 166mg 20%
Fats 2.7g 13.88g 17%
Calcium 28mg 187mg 16%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.3µg 13%
Magnesium 6mg 56mg 12%
Saturated fat 0.9g 3.43g 12%
Vitamin B5 0.6mg 12%
Monounsaturated fat 0.9g 5.36g 11%
Calories 99kcal 267kcal 8%
Fiber 2g 0g 8%
Folate 6µg 32µg 7%
Manganese 0.15mg 7%
Iron 0.6mg 1.03mg 5%
Vitamin B3 1.8mg 2.46mg 4%
Vitamin B6 0.05mg 0.1mg 4%
Potassium 168mg 309mg 4%
Vitamin C 1.1mg 1%
Vitamin B1 0.09mg 0.1mg 1%
Carbs 14g 18.01g 1%
Net carbs 12g 18.01g N/A
Cholesterol 14mg 13mg 0%
Sugar 1.3g 17.36g N/A
Zinc 0.1mg 0.09mg 0%
Vitamin E 0.45mg 0.46mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Fettuccine Broth
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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%
Fettuccine
28%
Broth
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Fettuccine
352%
Broth

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is lower in Sugar (difference - 16.06g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine contains less Sodium (difference - 23709mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.53g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Broth
Broth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Broth
Broth is lower in glycemic index (difference - 2)
Which food is cheaper?
Broth
Broth is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Broth
Broth is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Broth
Broth is relatively richer in vitamins

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Broth - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171562/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.