Pasta vs. Cheese sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between pasta and cheese sandwich?
- Cheese sandwich is richer than pasta in phosphorus, manganese, vitamin B2, calcium, iron, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, and vitamin B1.
- Cheese sandwich's daily need coverage for phosphorus is 46% more.
- The amount of saturated fat in pasta is lower.
We used Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, cooked and Crackers, wheat, sandwich, with cheese filling 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 less SodiumSodium | -99.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +200% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3300% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1175% |
| Contains more IronIron | +129.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +72% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +55.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +506.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +383.5% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +16.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +250% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +71.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +184.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +221.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +239.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +667.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.15 g
Fats:
1.05 g
Carbs:
24.93 g
Water:
68.56 g
Other:
0.31 g
Protein:
9.8 g
Fats:
25 g
Carbs:
58.2 g
Water:
3.2 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +2042.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +90.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2281% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +133.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1125.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.15 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.429 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.129 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.351 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.166 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +8247.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2036.6% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.429g | 9.166g | 58% |
| Phosphorus | 63mg | 382mg | 46% |
| Selenium | 24.3µg | 44% | |
| Fats | 1.05g | 25g | 37% |
| Manganese | 0.224mg | 1.083mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 839mg | 36% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.124g | 10.351g | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.15mg | 0.427mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 204mg | 20% |
| Iron | 1.14mg | 2.62mg | 19% |
| Calories | 131kcal | 497kcal | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 0.15g | 4.129g | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.261mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.992mg | 3.185mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0.358mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 12% | |
| Carbs | 24.93g | 58.2g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 7mg | 9% |
| Protein | 5.15g | 9.8g | 9% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 54mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 0.622mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 24mg | 306mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.093mg | 0.16mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 0.87mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 21µg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.5mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.14µg | 0.12µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 24.93g | 55.1g | N/A |
| Folate | 64µg | 64µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.065mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 0.298mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.197mg | 0.383mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.348mg | 0.698mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.097mg | 0.344mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.079mg | 0.167mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.247mg | 0.472mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.217mg | 0.438mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.103mg | 0.219mg | 0% |
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
15%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
85%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pasta contains less Sodium (difference - 833mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pasta is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.979g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pasta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Cheese sandwich is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheese sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheese sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)