Fettuccine vs. Corn grits — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between fettuccine and corn grits
- Fettuccine has more monounsaturated fat; however, corn grits is higher in iron and folate.
- Corn grits covers your daily iron needs 76% more than fettuccine.
- Corn grits contains 12 times less saturated fat than fettuccine. Fettuccine contains 0.9g of saturated fat, while corn grits contains 0.076g.
- The glycemic index of corn grits is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, plain, prepared (microwaved or boiling water added), without salt.
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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 | +522.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +78.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -26.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +128.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1018.3% |
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 | +4400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +78.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +58.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +92.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +350% |
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:
1.58 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
15.95 g
Water:
81.22 g
Other:
0.76 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +292.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +451% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +150% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +13.9% |
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Water
~81.22g
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
0.076 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.081 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.191 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1011.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +109.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -91.6% |
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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| Iron | 0.6mg | 6.71mg | 76% |
| Protein | 6.2g | 1.58g | 9% |
| Starch | 15.39g | 6% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.135mg | 5% |
| Folate | 6µg | 27µg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 5% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.9g | 0.076g | 4% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 64mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 168mg | 27mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 1.1g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.143mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 166mg | 227mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 0.01mg | 3% |
| Fats | 2.7g | 0.49g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.9g | 0.081g | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.028mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 25mg | 14mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.049mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.052mg | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 0.191g | 1% |
| Calories | 99kcal | 74kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 1.672mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 14g | 15.95g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 12g | 14.85g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.3g | 0.1g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 0.09mg | 0% |
| Choline | 2.6mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.052mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.058mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.228mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.029mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.077mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.048mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fettuccine contains less Sodium (difference - 61mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fettuccine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn grits is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn grits is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.2g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn grits is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.824g)
Which food is cheaper?
Corn grits is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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