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Fettuccine vs. Nutmeg — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between fettuccine and nutmeg?

  • Nutmeg is richer than fettuccine in fiber, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1, zinc, folate, calcium, and vitamin B6.
  • Nutmeg's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 125% more.
  • The amount of saturated fat in fettuccine is lower.
  • The glycemic index of nutmeg is lower.

We used KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Spices, nutmeg, ground types in this article.

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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%
Nutmeg
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 131% 55% 31% 114% 342% 59% 91% 2.1% 378% 8.7%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +2950%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +557.1%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +108.3%
Contains more IronIron +406.7%
Contains more ZincZinc +2050%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +752%
Contains less SodiumSodium -90.4%

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%
Nutmeg
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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 10% 1.7% 0% 0% 87% 13% 24% 0% 37% 0% 0% 57% 4.8%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +22.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +38.6%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +284.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +220%
Contains more FolateFolate +1166.7%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~mg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~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
Nutmeg
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6% 36% 49% 6% 2%
Protein: 5.84 g
Fats: 36.31 g
Carbs: 49.29 g
Water: 6.23 g
Other: 2.33 g
Contains more WaterWater +1107.1%
Contains more FatsFats +1244.8%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +252.1%
Contains more OtherOther +22.6%
~equal in Protein ~5.84g

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
Nutmeg
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88% 11%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 25.94 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 3.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.35 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -96.5%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +14.3%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +257.8%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Fettuccine Nutmeg DV% diff.
Manganese 2.9mg 126%
Saturated fat 0.9g 25.94g 114%
Copper 1.027mg 114%
Fiber 2g 20.8g 75%
Fats 2.7g 36.31g 52%
Magnesium 6mg 183mg 42%
Iron 0.6mg 3.04mg 31%
Phosphorus 25mg 213mg 27%
Vitamin B1 0.09mg 0.346mg 21%
Calories 99kcal 525kcal 21%
Zinc 0.1mg 2.15mg 19%
Folate 6µg 76µg 18%
Calcium 28mg 184mg 16%
Carbs 14g 49.29g 12%
Vitamin B6 0.05mg 0.16mg 8%
Sodium 166mg 16mg 7%
Monounsaturated fat 0.9g 3.22g 6%
Potassium 168mg 350mg 5%
Cholesterol 14mg 0mg 5%
Vitamin B3 1.8mg 1.299mg 3%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Selenium 1.6µg 3%
Vitamin E 0.45mg 0mg 3%
Choline 8.8mg 2%
Vitamin B2 0.07mg 0.057mg 1%
Vitamin A 5µg 1%
Protein 6.2g 5.84g 1%
Net carbs 12g 28.49g N/A
Sugar 1.3g 2.99g N/A
Polyunsaturated fat 0.4g 0.35g 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Fettuccine Nutmeg
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
18%
Nutmeg
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Fettuccine
121%
Nutmeg

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg contains less Sodium (difference - 150mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.69g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 25.04g)
Which food is cheaper?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is cheaper (difference - $2)

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. Nutmeg - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171326/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.