Fettuccine vs. Pretzels — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between fettuccine and pretzels
- Fettuccine contains less folate, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1, magnesium, zinc, vitamin B6, and polyunsaturated fat than pretzels.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for pretzels is 67% higher.
- Fettuccine is lower in sodium.
- Pretzels have a higher glycemic index than fettuccine.
Food types used in this article are KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Snacks, pretzels, hard, plain, made with unenriched flour, salted.
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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 | +15.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +483.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +28.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +178.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +750% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +352% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +132% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1283.3% |
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:
9.1 g
Fats:
3.5 g
Carbs:
79.2 g
Water:
3.3 g
Other:
4.9 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +2178.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +46.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +29.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +465.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +157.9% |
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
0.75 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.22 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -16.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +51.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +205% |
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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| Manganese | 1.789mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 166mg | 1715mg | 67% |
| Copper | 0.264mg | 29% | |
| Carbs | 14g | 79.2g | 22% |
| Folate | 6µg | 83µg | 19% |
| Calories | 99kcal | 381kcal | 14% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 1.67mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 25mg | 113mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 5.8µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.18mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 0.85mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 35mg | 7% |
| Protein | 6.2g | 9.1g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.288mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.116mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 1.22g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 2.8g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.1mg | 2% |
| Fats | 2.7g | 3.5g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.9g | 1.36g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.9g | 0.75g | 1% |
| Potassium | 168mg | 146mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 1.92mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 36mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 12g | 76.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.3g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.109mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.259mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.345mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.636mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.221mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.164mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.453mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.392mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.201mg | 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%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
76%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pretzels is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pretzels is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.3g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pretzels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.15g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pretzels is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pretzels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pretzels is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fettuccine contains less Sodium (difference - 1549mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fettuccine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 36)