Greek yogurt vs. Parmigiano-Reggiano — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Greek yogurt and parmigiano-Reggiano?
- Parmigiano-Reggiano is richer than Greek yogurt in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, zinc, copper, vitamin B2, and selenium.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano's daily need coverage for calcium is 101% more.
- The amount of saturated fat in Greek yogurt is lower.
- The glycemic index of Greek yogurt is lower.
We used Yogurt, Greek, plain, whole milk and Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat 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.
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +12.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +245.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1009% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1300% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +644.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +440% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +844.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +82.5% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +82.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +28.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +7900% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1600% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +26.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +74.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +201.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +37.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9 g
Fats:
5 g
Carbs:
3.98 g
Water:
81.3 g
Other:
0.72 g
Protein:
20 g
Fats:
20 g
Carbs:
1.37 g
Water:
50.6 g
Other:
8.03 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +190.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +60.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +122.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +300% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1015.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.395 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.136 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.469 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
13.317 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.462 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -82% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +185.5% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~0.462g
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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| Calcium | 100mg | 1109mg | 101% |
| Phosphorus | 135mg | 729mg | 85% |
| Sodium | 35mg | 1529mg | 65% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.75µg | 2.26µg | 63% |
| Saturated fat | 2.395g | 13.317g | 50% |
| Zinc | 0.52mg | 3.87mg | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 88mg | 25% |
| Copper | 0.017mg | 0.238mg | 25% |
| Fats | 5g | 20g | 23% |
| Protein | 9g | 20g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 160µg | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.278mg | 0.486mg | 16% |
| Selenium | 9.7µg | 17.7µg | 15% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0.9mg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.136g | 6.098g | 10% |
| Calories | 97kcal | 265kcal | 8% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 38mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 0.085mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.4µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 15IU | 2% |
| Carbs | 3.98g | 1.37g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0.17mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.023mg | 0.029mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.208mg | 0.114mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.063mg | 0.049mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.7µg | 1% |
| Folate | 5µg | 10µg | 1% |
| Choline | 15.1mg | 20.7mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.98g | 1.37g | N/A |
| Potassium | 141mg | 125mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.331mg | 0.325mg | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.469g | 0.462g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.24mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.519mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.2mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.983mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.459mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.369mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.604mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.498mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.752mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.023g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.209g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
17%
40%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
121%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Sugar (difference - 4g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Greek yogurt is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 75mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Greek yogurt contains less Sodium (difference - 1494mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Greek yogurt is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.922g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Greek yogurt is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
Greek yogurt is cheaper (difference - $3.2)