Fettuccine vs. Pupusas — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between fettuccine and pupusas
- Pupusas have more phosphorus, vitamin B6, zinc, vitamin B12, magnesium, and iron than fettuccine.
- Pupusas' daily need coverage for phosphorus is 20% more.
- Fettuccine contains less sodium.
The food varieties used in the comparison are KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Restaurant, Latino, pupusas del cerdo (pupusas, pork).
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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 less SodiumSodium | -61% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +533.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +75% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +51.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +68.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1520% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +548% |
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 | +28.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +24.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +31.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +360% |
| 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:
11.51 g
Fats:
10.43 g
Carbs:
23.02 g
Water:
53.12 g
Other:
1.92 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +41.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +85.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +286.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +64.4% |
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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
3.166 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.964 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.205 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -71.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +340.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +451.3% |
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 price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 17.8µg | 32% | |
| Phosphorus | 25mg | 162mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.23mg | 14% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 1.62mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.64mg | 13% | |
| Fats | 2.7g | 10.43g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 2.205g | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.28µg | 12% |
| Protein | 6.2g | 11.51g | 11% |
| Sodium | 166mg | 426mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.9g | 3.166g | 10% |
| Starch | 18.98g | 8% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.9g | 3.964g | 8% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 38mg | 8% |
| Choline | 38.4mg | 7% | |
| Manganese | 0.159mg | 7% | |
| Calories | 99kcal | 232kcal | 7% |
| Copper | 0.065mg | 7% | |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 29mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 1.01mg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.7µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 2.373mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 28IU | 4% |
| Potassium | 168mg | 255mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 14g | 23.02g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 2.6g | 2% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 49mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 0.35mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.083mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.087mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1% | |
| Folate | 6µg | 4µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% | |
| Net carbs | 12g | 20.42g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.3g | 1.45g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.083g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.121mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.46mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.456mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.976mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.784mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.463mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.531mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.354mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.087g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.045g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.95g | N/A |
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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%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pupusas is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is cheaper?
Pupusas is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pupusas is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pupusas is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fettuccine is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 15mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fettuccine is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.15g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fettuccine contains less Sodium (difference - 260mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fettuccine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.266g)