Parmesan vs. Powdered milk — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Parmesan and Powdered milk
- Parmesan has more Selenium, however, Powdered milk has more Vitamin B12, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B5, Potassium, Vitamin B1, Phosphorus, Choline, and Vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Powdered milk is 77% higher.
- Powdered milk has 5 times less Sodium than Parmesan. Parmesan has 1804mg of Sodium, while Powdered milk has 371mg.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, parmesan, grated and Milk, dry, whole, without added vitamin D.
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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 ZincZinc | +25.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +77.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +111% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +150% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +638.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +23.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -79.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +988.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +236.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +707.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +404.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +272.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +132.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +29.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +516.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +732.6% |
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:
26.32 g
Fats:
26.71 g
Carbs:
38.42 g
Water:
2.47 g
Other:
6.08 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +817% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +176.2% |
~equal in
Protein
~26.32g
~equal in
Fats
~26.71g
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
16.742 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.924 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.665 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +108.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +11.1% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~16.742g
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 420kcal | 496kcal |
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| Protein | 28.42g | 26.32g |
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| Fats | 27.84g | 26.71g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 8.6mg |
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| Net carbs | 13.91g | 38.42g |
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| Carbs | 13.91g | 38.42g |
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| Cholesterol | 86mg | 97mg |
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| Vitamin D | 21IU | 20IU |
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| Magnesium | 34mg | 85mg |
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| Calcium | 853mg | 912mg |
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| Potassium | 180mg | 1330mg |
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| Iron | 0.49mg | 0.47mg |
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| Sugar | 0.07g | 38.42g |
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| Copper | 0.04mg | 0.08mg |
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| Zinc | 4.2mg | 3.34mg |
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| Phosphorus | 627mg | 776mg |
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| Sodium | 1804mg | 371mg |
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| Vitamin A | 974IU | 934IU |
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| Vitamin A | 262µg | 258µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.53mg | 0.58mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 0.5µg | |
| Manganese | 0.071mg | 0.04mg |
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| Selenium | 34.4µg | 16.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.026mg | 0.283mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.358mg | 1.205mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.08mg | 0.646mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.45mg | 2.271mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.081mg | 0.302mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.4µg | 3.25µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 2.2µg |
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| Folate | 6µg | 37µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.876g |
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| Choline | 14.1mg | 117.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 15.371g | 16.742g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.13g | 7.924g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.386g | 0.665g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.383mg | 0.371mg |
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| Threonine | 1.075mg | 1.188mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.455mg | 1.592mg |
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| Leucine | 2.747mg | 2.578mg |
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| Lysine | 2.201mg | 2.087mg |
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| Methionine | 0.751mg | 0.66mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.538mg | 1.271mg |
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| Valine | 1.865mg | 1.762mg |
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| Histidine | 0.806mg | 0.714mg |
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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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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
32%
91%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
114%
106%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Powdered milk contains less Sodium (difference - 1433mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Powdered milk is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Parmesan is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parmesan is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.35g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Parmesan is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.371g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Parmesan is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Parmesan is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.