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Provolone vs. Roquefort — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Provolone and Roquefort

  • Provolone is richer in Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, Zinc, and Calcium, yet Roquefort is richer in Vitamin B5, Vitamin B2, and Folate.
  • Daily need coverage for Sodium from Roquefort is 41% higher.
  • Provolone contains 2 times more Vitamin B12 than Roquefort. Provolone contains 1.46µg of Vitamin B12, while Roquefort contains 0.64µg.
  • Provolone contains less Saturated Fat.

Food types used in this article are Cheese, provolone and Cheese, roquefort.

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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 Calcium +14.2%
Contains more Phosphorus +26.5%
Contains more Potassium +51.6%
Contains less Sodium -51.6%
Contains more Zinc +55.3%
Contains more Copper +30.8%
Contains more Manganese +200%
Equal in Iron - 0.56
Equal in Magnesium - 30
Equal in Selenium - 14.5
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 227% 20% 20% 213% 13% 115% 89% 9% 2% 80%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 199% 22% 22% 169% 9% 236% 57% 12% 4% 80%
Contains more Calcium +14.2%
Contains more Phosphorus +26.5%
Contains more Potassium +51.6%
Contains less Sodium -51.6%
Contains more Zinc +55.3%
Contains more Copper +30.8%
Contains more Manganese +200%
Equal in Iron - 0.56
Equal in Magnesium - 30
Equal in Selenium - 14.5

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.
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Contains more Vitamin B12 +128.1%
Contains more Vitamin A +19%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +110.5%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +82.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +370.5%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +263.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +69.9%
Contains more Folate +390%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 53% 5% 15% 0% 5% 75% 3% 29% 17% 8% 183% 6%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 63% 0% 0% 0% 10% 136% 14% 104% 29% 37% 80% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +128.1%
Contains more Vitamin A +19%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +110.5%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +82.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +370.5%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +263.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +69.9%
Contains more Folate +390%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +18.8%
Contains more Fats +15.1%
Contains more Other +36.7%
Equal in Carbs - 2
Equal in Water - 39.38
26% 27% 2% 41% 5%
Protein: 25.58 g
Fats: 26.62 g
Carbs: 2.14 g
Water: 40.95 g
Other: 4.71 g
22% 31% 2% 39% 6%
Protein: 21.54 g
Fats: 30.64 g
Carbs: 2 g
Water: 39.38 g
Other: 6.44 g
Contains more Protein +18.8%
Contains more Fats +15.1%
Contains more Other +36.7%
Equal in Carbs - 2
Equal in Water - 39.38

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -11.3%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +14.6%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +71.7%
68% 29% 3%
Saturated Fat: 17.078 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 7.393 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.769 g
66% 29% 5%
Saturated Fat: 19.263 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 8.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.32 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -11.3%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +14.6%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +71.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Provolone Roquefort Opinion
Net carbs 2.14g 2g Provolone
Protein 25.58g 21.54g Provolone
Fats 26.62g 30.64g Roquefort
Carbs 2.14g 2g Provolone
Calories 351kcal 369kcal Roquefort
Sugar 0.56g Roquefort
Calcium 756mg 662mg Provolone
Iron 0.52mg 0.56mg Roquefort
Magnesium 28mg 30mg Roquefort
Phosphorus 496mg 392mg Provolone
Potassium 138mg 91mg Provolone
Sodium 876mg 1809mg Provolone
Zinc 3.23mg 2.08mg Provolone
Copper 0.026mg 0.034mg Roquefort
Manganese 0.01mg 0.03mg Roquefort
Selenium 14.5µg 14.5µg
Vitamin A 880IU 1047IU Roquefort
Vitamin A RAE 236µg 294µg Roquefort
Vitamin E 0.23mg Provolone
Vitamin D 20IU Provolone
Vitamin D 0.5µg Provolone
Vitamin B1 0.019mg 0.04mg Roquefort
Vitamin B2 0.321mg 0.586mg Roquefort
Vitamin B3 0.156mg 0.734mg Roquefort
Vitamin B5 0.476mg 1.731mg Roquefort
Vitamin B6 0.073mg 0.124mg Roquefort
Folate 10µg 49µg Roquefort
Vitamin B12 1.46µg 0.64µg Provolone
Vitamin K 2.2µg Provolone
Tryptophan 0.345mg 0.303mg Provolone
Threonine 0.982mg 0.965mg Provolone
Isoleucine 1.091mg 1.217mg Roquefort
Leucine 2.297mg 2.114mg Provolone
Lysine 2.646mg 1.848mg Provolone
Methionine 0.686mg 0.558mg Provolone
Phenylalanine 1.287mg 1.023mg Provolone
Valine 1.64mg 1.614mg Provolone
Histidine 1.115mg 0.602mg Provolone
Cholesterol 69mg 90mg Provolone
Saturated Fat 17.078g 19.263g Provolone
Monounsaturated Fat 7.393g 8.474g Roquefort
Polyunsaturated fat 0.769g 1.32g Roquefort

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Provolone Roquefort
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet Equal

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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
33%
Provolone
39%
Roquefort
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
78%
Provolone
80%
Roquefort

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Roquefort
Roquefort is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.56g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Provolone
Provolone contains less Sodium (difference - 933mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Provolone
Provolone is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Provolone
Provolone is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.185g)
Which food is cheaper?
Provolone
Provolone is cheaper (difference - $1.1)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (27)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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. Provolone - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170850/nutrients
  2. Roquefort - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171250/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.