Pasta vs. Sweet and sour — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between pasta and sweet and sour
- Pasta has more folate, vitamin B1, iron, vitamin B2, phosphorus, and vitamin B12; however, sweet, and sour has more manganese and vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for sweet and sour is 23% higher.
- Sweet and sour has a higher glycemic index than pasta.
Food types used in this article are Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, cooked and Sauce, sweet and sour, ready-to-serve.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +125% |
| Contains more IronIron | +442.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +17.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +522.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +800% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +66.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +312.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +239.7% |
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 | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +335.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +689.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +430.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +96.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +700% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +55.9% |
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:
0.27 g
Fats:
0.02 g
Carbs:
38.22 g
Water:
60.27 g
Other:
1.22 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1807.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5150% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +13.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +53.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +293.5% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.224mg | 0.761mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 371mg | 16% |
| Folate | 64µg | 8µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0.048mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1.14mg | 0.21mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Protein | 5.15g | 0.27g | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 8.7mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.15mg | 0.019mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 63mg | 7mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.14µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.992mg | 0.187mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 0.09mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 24.93g | 38.22g | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.429g | 0g | 3% |
| Potassium | 24mg | 99mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 0.093mg | 2% |
| Fats | 1.05g | 0.02g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.093mg | 0.079mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.15g | 0g | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.053mg | 1% |
| Calories | 131kcal | 150kcal | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 1µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 24.93g | 38.12g | N/A |
| Calcium | 6mg | 10mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 18.75g | N/A | |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 0% | |
| Choline | 2.4mg | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.124g | 0g | 0% |
| 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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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%
6%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
21%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sweet and sour is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sweet and sour is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.15g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sweet and sour is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pasta is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.75g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pasta contains less Sodium (difference - 365mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pasta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 21)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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