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Fettuccine vs. Egg — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between fettuccine and eggs

  • Fettuccine has more vitamin B3 and fiber, while eggs have more vitamin B12, vitamin B2, phosphorus, vitamin D, folate, and zinc.
  • Eggs' daily need coverage for cholesterol is 120% higher.
  • The amount of saturated fat in fettuccine is lower.
  • Eggs have a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of eggs is 0, while the glycemic index of fettuccine is 47.

The food types used in this comparison are KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Egg, whole, cooked, hard-boiled.

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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%
Egg
Egg
9
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 7.1% 15% 11% 45% 667% 29% 74% 16% 3.4% 168%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +33.3%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +66.7%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +78.6%
Contains more IronIron +98.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +950%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +588%
Contains less SodiumSodium -25.3%

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.
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%
Egg
Egg
10
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% 50% 21% 33% 17% 118% 1.2% 84% 28% 139% 0.75% 33% 160%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +36.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +2712.5%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +128.9%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +632.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +142%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +633.3%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

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
Egg
Egg
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13% 11% 75%
Protein: 12.58 g
Fats: 10.61 g
Carbs: 1.12 g
Water: 74.62 g
Other: 1.07 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1150%
Contains more OtherOther +77.6%
Contains more ProteinProtein +102.9%
Contains more FatsFats +293%
~equal in Water ~74.62g

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
Egg
Egg
2
37% 47% 16%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.267 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 4.077 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.414 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -72.5%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +353%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +253.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Fettuccine Egg
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium 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 Egg DV% diff.
Copper 2mg 222%
Cholesterol 14mg 373mg 120%
Selenium 30.8µg 56%
Choline 293.8mg 53%
Vitamin B12 0µg 1.11µg 46%
Vitamin B2 0.07mg 0.513mg 34%
Vitamin B5 1.398mg 28%
Phosphorus 25mg 172mg 21%
Vitamin A 149µg 17%
Protein 6.2g 12.58g 13%
Fats 2.7g 10.61g 12%
Vitamin B3 1.8mg 0.064mg 11%
Vitamin D 0µg 2.2µg 11%
Vitamin D 0IU 87IU 11%
Saturated fat 0.9g 3.267g 11%
Folate 6µg 44µg 10%
Zinc 0.1mg 1.05mg 9%
Fiber 2g 0g 8%
Monounsaturated fat 0.9g 4.077g 8%
Iron 0.6mg 1.19mg 7%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.4g 1.414g 7%
Vitamin B6 0.05mg 0.121mg 5%
Vitamin E 0.45mg 1.03mg 4%
Carbs 14g 1.12g 4%
Calories 99kcal 155kcal 3%
Vitamin B1 0.09mg 0.066mg 2%
Sodium 166mg 124mg 2%
Calcium 28mg 50mg 2%
Manganese 0.026mg 1%
Potassium 168mg 126mg 1%
Magnesium 6mg 10mg 1%
Net carbs 12g 1.12g N/A
Sugar 1.3g 1.12g N/A
Vitamin K 0.3µg 0%
Tryptophan 0.153mg 0%
Threonine 0.604mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.686mg 0%
Leucine 1.075mg 0%
Lysine 0.904mg 0%
Methionine 0.392mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.668mg 0%
Valine 0.767mg 0%
Histidine 0.298mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.005g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.038g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Fettuccine Egg
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
53%
Egg
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Fettuccine
103%
Egg

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 359mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.367g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Egg
Egg is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.18g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Egg
Egg contains less Sodium (difference - 42mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Egg
Egg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is cheaper?
Egg
Egg is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Egg
Egg is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Egg
Egg 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. Egg - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173424/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.