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Saffron vs. Parmigiano-Reggiano — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between Saffron and Parmigiano-Reggiano

  • Saffron has more Manganese, Iron, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, and Magnesium, while Parmigiano-Reggiano has more Calcium, Vitamin B12, and Phosphorus.
  • Saffron's daily need coverage for Manganese is 1231% higher.
  • The amount of Saturated Fat in Saffron is lower.

The food types used in this comparison are Spices, saffron and Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat.

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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 Iron +1133.3%
Contains more Magnesium +594.7%
Contains more Potassium +1279.2%
Contains less Sodium -90.3%
Contains more Copper +37.8%
Contains more Manganese +33321.2%
Contains more Calcium +899.1%
Contains more Phosphorus +189.3%
Contains more Zinc +255%
Contains more Selenium +216.1%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 34% 417% 189% 108% 153% 20% 30% 110% 3706% 31%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 333% 34% 28% 313% 12% 200% 106% 80% 12% 97%
Contains more Iron +1133.3%
Contains more Magnesium +594.7%
Contains more Potassium +1279.2%
Contains less Sodium -90.3%
Contains more Copper +37.8%
Contains more Manganese +33321.2%
Contains more Calcium +899.1%
Contains more Phosphorus +189.3%
Contains more Zinc +255%
Contains more Selenium +216.1%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +296.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1180.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +1961.2%
Contains more Folate +830%
Contains more Vitamin A +14.2%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +82%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 32% 0% 0% 270% 29% 62% 28% 0% 234% 70% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 37% 4% 12% 0% 8% 113% 3% 20% 12% 8% 283% 5%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +296.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1180.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +1961.2%
Contains more Folate +830%
Contains more Vitamin A +14.2%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +82%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +4671.5%
Contains more Protein +75%
Contains more Fats +241.9%
Contains more Water +325.2%
Contains more Other +47.3%
11% 6% 65% 12% 5%
Protein: 11.43 g
Fats: 5.85 g
Carbs: 65.37 g
Water: 11.9 g
Other: 5.45 g
20% 20% 51% 8%
Protein: 20 g
Fats: 20 g
Carbs: 1.37 g
Water: 50.6 g
Other: 8.03 g
Contains more Carbs +4671.5%
Contains more Protein +75%
Contains more Fats +241.9%
Contains more Water +325.2%
Contains more Other +47.3%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -88.1%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +347.4%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +1321.4%
39% 11% 51%
Saturated Fat: 1.586 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.067 g
67% 31% 2%
Saturated Fat: 13.317 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 6.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.462 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -88.1%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +347.4%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +1321.4%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Saffron Parmigiano-Reggiano
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 ok
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Saffron Parmigiano-Reggiano Opinion
Net carbs 61.47g 1.37g Saffron
Protein 11.43g 20g Parmigiano-Reggiano
Fats 5.85g 20g Parmigiano-Reggiano
Carbs 65.37g 1.37g Saffron
Calories 310kcal 265kcal Saffron
Fiber 3.9g 0g Saffron
Calcium 111mg 1109mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Iron 11.1mg 0.9mg Saffron
Magnesium 264mg 38mg Saffron
Phosphorus 252mg 729mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Potassium 1724mg 125mg Saffron
Sodium 148mg 1529mg Saffron
Zinc 1.09mg 3.87mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Copper 0.328mg 0.238mg Saffron
Manganese 28.408mg 0.085mg Saffron
Selenium 5.6µg 17.7µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin A 530IU 605IU Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin A RAE 27µg 160µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin E 0.17mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin D 0IU 15IU Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin D 0µg 0.4µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin C 80.8mg 0mg Saffron
Vitamin B1 0.115mg 0.029mg Saffron
Vitamin B2 0.267mg 0.486mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin B3 1.46mg 0.114mg Saffron
Vitamin B5 0.325mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin B6 1.01mg 0.049mg Saffron
Folate 93µg 10µg Saffron
Vitamin B12 0µg 2.26µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin K 1.7µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Tryptophan 0.24mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Threonine 1.519mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Isoleucine 1.2mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Leucine 2.983mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Lysine 2.459mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Methionine 0.369mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Phenylalanine 1.604mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Valine 1.498mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Histidine 0.752mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Cholesterol 0mg 88mg Saffron
Saturated Fat 1.586g 13.317g Saffron
Omega-3 - DPA 0.006g 0g Saffron
Monounsaturated Fat 0.429g 6.098g Parmigiano-Reggiano
Polyunsaturated fat 2.067g 0.462g Saffron

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Saffron Parmigiano-Reggiano
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
60%
Saffron
42%
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
Saffron
121%
Parmigiano-Reggiano

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saffron
Saffron contains less Sodium (difference - 1381mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 11.731g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 43)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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. Saffron - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170934/nutrients
  2. Parmigiano-Reggiano - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173452/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.