Penne vs. Romano cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between penne and romano cheese
- Penne is richer in fiber, yet romano cheese is richer in calcium, phosphorus, zinc, vitamin A, and monounsaturated fat.
- Daily need coverage for calcium for romano cheese is 98% higher.
- Penne contains less sodium.
- Romano cheese has a lower glycemic index than penne.
Food types used in this article are KASHI Three Cheese Penne, frozen, unprepared and Cheese, romano.
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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 | +41.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -82.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +36.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1095.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +134.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +544.1% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.7 g
Fats:
4 g
Carbs:
16.8 g
Water:
72.4 g
Other:
1.1 g
Protein:
31.8 g
Fats:
26.94 g
Carbs:
3.63 g
Water:
30.91 g
Other:
6.72 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +362.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +134.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +457.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +573.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +510.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.3 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.115 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.838 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.593 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -86.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +683.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +48.3% |
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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| Calcium | 89mg | 1064mg | 98% |
| Phosphorus | 118mg | 760mg | 92% |
| Saturated fat | 2.3g | 17.115g | 67% |
| Protein | 5.7g | 31.8g | 52% |
| Sodium | 248mg | 1433mg | 52% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.12µg | 47% | |
| Fats | 4g | 26.94g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 104mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.37mg | 28% | |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 26% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1g | 7.838g | 17% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 2.58mg | 13% |
| Calories | 126kcal | 387kcal | 13% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 0g | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 96µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.424mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.085mg | 7% | |
| Carbs | 16.8g | 3.63g | 4% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.037mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 20IU | 3% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.5µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 41mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.2µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.23mg | 2% | |
| Folate | 7µg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 0.593g | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.02mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 122mg | 86mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 14.1g | 3.63g | N/A |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 0.77mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.9g | 0.73g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.077mg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.2g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.429mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.171mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.685mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 3.071mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.941mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.852mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.71mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 2.183mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 1.231mg | 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
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26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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106%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Romano cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.17g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Romano cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Romano cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Romano cheese is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Penne is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 92mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Penne contains less Sodium (difference - 1185mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Penne is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 14.815g)
Which food is cheaper?
Penne is cheaper (difference - $4.6)