Parmesan vs. Parmigiano-Reggiano — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Parmesan and Parmigiano-Reggiano?
- Parmesan is richer in Selenium, and Vitamin A, yet Parmigiano-Reggiano is richer in Vitamin B12, Calcium, Copper, Phosphorus, Vitamin B2, and Iron.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 36% higher.
- Parmesan has 2 times more Selenium than Parmigiano-Reggiano. Parmesan has 34.4µg of Selenium, while Parmigiano-Reggiano has 17.7µg.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano contains less Sodium.
We used Cheese, parmesan, grated and Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat types in this comparison.
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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 | +44% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +94.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +11.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +30% |
| Contains more IronIron | +83.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +495% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +16.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -15.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +19.7% |
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 | +61% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +211.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +38.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +65.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +11.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +35.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +42.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +61.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +66.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +46.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
28.42 g
Fats:
27.84 g
Carbs:
13.91 g
Water:
22.65 g
Other:
7.18 g
Protein:
20 g
Fats:
20 g
Carbs:
1.37 g
Water:
50.6 g
Other:
8.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +42.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +39.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +915.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +123.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
15.371 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.13 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.386 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
13.317 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.462 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +16.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +200% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -13.4% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 420kcal | 265kcal |
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| Protein | 28.42g | 20g |
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| Fats | 27.84g | 20g |
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| Net carbs | 13.91g | 1.37g |
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| Carbs | 13.91g | 1.37g |
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| Cholesterol | 86mg | 88mg |
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| Vitamin D | 21IU | 15IU |
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| Magnesium | 34mg | 38mg |
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| Calcium | 853mg | 1109mg |
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| Potassium | 180mg | 125mg |
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| Iron | 0.49mg | 0.9mg |
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| Sugar | 0.07g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.04mg | 0.238mg |
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| Zinc | 4.2mg | 3.87mg |
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| Phosphorus | 627mg | 729mg |
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| Sodium | 1804mg | 1529mg |
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| Vitamin A | 974IU | 605IU |
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| Vitamin A | 262µg | 160µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.53mg | 0.17mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 0.4µg |
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| Manganese | 0.071mg | 0.085mg |
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| Selenium | 34.4µg | 17.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.026mg | 0.029mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.358mg | 0.486mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.08mg | 0.114mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.45mg | 0.325mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.081mg | 0.049mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.4µg | 2.26µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1.7µg | |
| Folate | 6µg | 10µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.876g |
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| Choline | 14.1mg | 20.7mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 15.371g | 13.317g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.13g | 6.098g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.386g | 0.462g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.383mg | 0.24mg |
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| Threonine | 1.075mg | 1.519mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.455mg | 1.2mg |
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| Leucine | 2.747mg | 2.983mg |
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| Lysine | 2.201mg | 2.459mg |
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| Methionine | 0.751mg | 0.369mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.538mg | 1.604mg |
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| Valine | 1.865mg | 1.498mg |
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| Histidine | 0.806mg | 0.752mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.102g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.015g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.026g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.87g |
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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
32%
39%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
114%
121%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.07g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Parmigiano-Reggiano contains less Sodium (difference - 275mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.054g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Parmesan is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Parmesan is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Parmesan is cheaper (difference - $3.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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