Fontina vs. Tarragon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between fontina and tarragon
- Fontina is higher in vitamin B12; however, tarragon is richer in iron, manganese, vitamin B6, vitamin B2, potassium, magnesium, copper, and folate.
- Tarragon's daily need coverage for iron is 401% higher.
- Tarragon has less saturated fat.
- Tarragon has a lower glycemic index (0) than fontina (27).
The food types used in this comparison are Cheese, fontina and Spices, tarragon, dried.
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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 SeleniumSelenium | +229.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +2378.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +107.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +4618.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +13943.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2608% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +11.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +56807.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +24.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1095.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +556.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +5866.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2803.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +4466.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +330.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +389.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +3140% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +217.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1732.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -90.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +123.6% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.23mg | 32.3mg | 401% |
| Manganese | 0.014mg | 7.967mg | 346% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.083mg | 2.41mg | 179% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.204mg | 1.339mg | 87% |
| Potassium | 64mg | 3020mg | 87% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 347mg | 79% |
| Saturated fat | 19.196g | 1.881g | 79% |
| Copper | 0.025mg | 0.677mg | 72% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.68µg | 0µg | 70% |
| Folate | 6µg | 274µg | 67% |
| Calcium | 550mg | 1139mg | 59% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 50mg | 56% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.15mg | 8.95mg | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 116mg | 0mg | 39% |
| Fats | 31.14g | 7.24g | 37% |
| Sodium | 800mg | 62mg | 32% |
| Fiber | 0g | 7.4g | 30% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.687g | 0.474g | 21% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.021mg | 0.251mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 4.4µg | 18% |
| Carbs | 1.55g | 50.22g | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.654g | 3.698g | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.429mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin A | 261µg | 210µg | 6% |
| Protein | 25.6g | 22.77g | 6% |
| Calories | 389kcal | 295kcal | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 346mg | 313mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 3.5mg | 3.9mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 23IU | 0IU | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.27mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 2% | |
| Net carbs | 1.55g | 42.82g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.55g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.361mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.935mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.384mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.664mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.328mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.706mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.497mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.926mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.959mg | 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
33%
118%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%
360%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tarragon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 116mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tarragon is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.55g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tarragon contains less Sodium (difference - 738mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tarragon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.315g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tarragon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tarragon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Fontina is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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