Fettuccine vs. Chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between fettuccine and chocolate
- Fettuccine has more vitamin B3; however, chocolate has more iron, magnesium, phosphorus, fiber, zinc, potassium, and vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for iron for chocolate is 93% higher.
- Chocolate has 7 times less sodium than fettuccine. Fettuccine has 166mg of sodium, while chocolate has 24mg.
- Fettuccine has a higher glycemic index than chocolate.
Food types used in this article are KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +2333.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +232.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1236.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1910% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +724% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +260% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +148.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +19% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
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:
4.88 g
Fats:
31.28 g
Carbs:
61.17 g
Water:
0.97 g
Other:
1.7 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +27% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +7652.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1058.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +336.9% |
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
18.519 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.54 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.092 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +960% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +173% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 1.028mg | 114% | |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 8.02mg | 93% |
| Saturated fat | 0.9g | 18.519g | 80% |
| Manganese | 1.419mg | 62% | |
| Fats | 2.7g | 31.28g | 44% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 146mg | 33% |
| Phosphorus | 25mg | 206mg | 26% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.9g | 9.54g | 22% |
| Calories | 99kcal | 546kcal | 22% |
| Fiber | 2g | 7g | 20% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 2.01mg | 17% |
| Carbs | 14g | 61.17g | 16% |
| Potassium | 168mg | 559mg | 12% |
| Caffeine | 43mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.23µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 0.725mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 8.1µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 166mg | 24mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.025mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 1.092g | 5% |
| Selenium | 3µg | 5% | |
| Protein | 6.2g | 4.88g | 3% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 56mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Folate | 6µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.05mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.042mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 0.54mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 12g | 54.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.3g | 47.9g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.112g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.085g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.947g | 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%
116%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fettuccine is lower in Sugar (difference - 46.6g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fettuccine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.619g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chocolate is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 142mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is cheaper?
Chocolate is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate 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.