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Pasta vs. Broth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between pasta and broth

  • Pasta has more copper and vitamin B1; however, broth has more vitamin B2, calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B3, magnesium, and potassium.
  • Daily need coverage for sodium for broth is 1038% higher.
  • Pasta is lower in saturated fat.

Food types used in this article are Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, cooked and Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry.

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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.
Pasta
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 13% 1.8% 2.1% 43% 31% 15% 27% 0.78% 29% 0%
Broth
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 40% 56% 27% 39% 0% 2.5% 71% 3114% 20% 153%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +522.2%
Contains less SodiumSodium -100%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +49.3%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +211.1%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +3016.7%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1187.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +163.5%
~equal in Iron ~1.03mg

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.
Pasta
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 2% 0% 0% 52% 35% 19% 11% 7.8% 18% 0% 48% 0%
Broth
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 3.7% 0% 9.2% 0% 25% 99% 46% 36% 23% 38% 0% 24% 63%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +109%
Contains more FolateFolate +100%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +186.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +148%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +227.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +194.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +114.3%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Pasta
2
5% 25% 69%
Protein: 5.15 g
Fats: 1.05 g
Carbs: 24.93 g
Water: 68.56 g
Other: 0.31 g
Broth
3
17% 14% 18% 2% 49%
Protein: 16.66 g
Fats: 13.88 g
Carbs: 18.01 g
Water: 2.27 g
Other: 49.18 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +38.4%
Contains more WaterWater +2920.3%
Contains more ProteinProtein +223.5%
Contains more FatsFats +1221.9%
Contains more OtherOther +15764.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Pasta
1
21% 18% 61%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.15 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.429 g
Broth
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26% 40% 34%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.43 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.48 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -95.6%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +4222.6%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +944.3%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Pasta Broth
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Pasta Broth DV% diff.
Sodium 6mg 23875mg 1038%
Selenium 28µg 51%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.429g 4.48g 27%
Protein 5.15g 16.66g 23%
Vitamin B2 0.15mg 0.43mg 22%
Choline 114.6mg 21%
Fats 1.05g 13.88g 20%
Calcium 6mg 187mg 18%
Phosphorus 63mg 166mg 15%
Saturated fat 0.15g 3.43g 15%
Monounsaturated fat 0.124g 5.36g 13%
Copper 0.093mg 0mg 10%
Vitamin B3 0.992mg 2.46mg 9%
Vitamin B1 0.209mg 0.1mg 9%
Magnesium 18mg 56mg 9%
Vitamin B5 0.183mg 0.6mg 8%
Folate 64µg 32µg 8%
Potassium 24mg 309mg 8%
Vitamin B12 0.14µg 0.3µg 7%
Calories 131kcal 267kcal 7%
Cholesterol 33mg 13mg 7%
Vitamin B6 0.034mg 0.1mg 5%
Zinc 0.56mg 0.09mg 4%
Manganese 0.224mg 0.15mg 3%
Vitamin E 0.46mg 3%
Carbs 24.93g 18.01g 2%
Vitamin C 0mg 1.1mg 1%
Iron 1.14mg 1.03mg 1%
Vitamin A 6µg 0µg 1%
Net carbs 24.93g 18.01g N/A
Sugar 17.36g N/A
Tryptophan 0.065mg 0%
Threonine 0.134mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.197mg 0%
Leucine 0.348mg 0%
Lysine 0.097mg 0%
Methionine 0.079mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.247mg 0%
Valine 0.217mg 0%
Histidine 0.103mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Pasta Broth
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
15%
Pasta
28%
Broth
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
Pasta
352%
Broth

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pasta
Pasta is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pasta
Pasta contains less Sodium (difference - 23869mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pasta
Pasta is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.28g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Broth
Broth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 20mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Broth
Broth is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is cheaper?
Broth
Broth is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Broth
Broth is relatively richer in vitamins
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Pasta - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169728/nutrients
  2. Broth - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171562/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.