Fettuccine vs. Cereal — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between fettuccine and cereal
- The amount of vitamin B1, vitamin B6, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, zinc, and phosphorus in cereal is higher than in fettuccine.
- Cereal covers your daily vitamin B1 needs 517% more than fettuccine.
- Fettuccine contains less sodium.
- Cereal has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of cereal is 69, while the glycemic index of fettuccine is 47.
Specific food types used in this comparison are KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Cereals ready-to-eat, USDA Commodity Corn and Rice (includes all commodity brands).
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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 | +180% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +60% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -79.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +216.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +5576.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +7500% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +208% |
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 | +462.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +6886.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +5428.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1545.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +11872% |
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:
6.06 g
Fats:
1.08 g
Carbs:
86.85 g
Water:
3.78 g
Other:
2.23 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +150% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1889.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +520.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.4% |
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Protein
~6.06g
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
0.26 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.204 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.354 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +341.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +13% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -71.1% |
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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| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 6.288mg | 517% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 5.986mg | 457% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 34.06mg | 418% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 3.87mg | 292% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 29.62mg | 174% |
| Vitamin A | 814µg | 90% | |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 7.6mg | 68% |
| Vitamin C | 38.5mg | 43% | |
| Manganese | 0.79mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 166mg | 795mg | 27% |
| Carbs | 14g | 86.85g | 24% |
| Copper | 0.137mg | 15% | |
| Calories | 99kcal | 378kcal | 14% |
| Selenium | 6.3µg | 11% | |
| Phosphorus | 25mg | 77mg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.226mg | 5% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.9g | 0.26g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 19mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.9g | 0.204g | 2% |
| Folate | 6µg | 2% | |
| Fats | 2.7g | 1.08g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 1.4g | 2% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 10mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 0.08mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 168mg | 105mg | 2% |
| Protein | 6.2g | 6.06g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 12g | 85.45g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.3g | 10.35g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 0.354g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.241mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.26mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.767mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.113mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.13mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.365mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.344mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.162mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.26g | 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
7%
371%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
183%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fettuccine is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.05g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fettuccine contains less Sodium (difference - 629mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fettuccine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cereal is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cereal is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.64g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cereal is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cereal is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cereal is relatively richer in vitamins