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Strudel vs. Penne — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between strudel and penne

  • Strudel is richer in iron, vitamin A, phosphorus, calcium, and monounsaturated fat, yet penne is richer in zinc and fiber.
  • Daily need coverage for iron for strudel is 64% higher.
  • Penne contains less sodium.
  • Penne has a lower glycemic index than strudel.

Food types used in this article are KELLOGG'S, EGGO, Wafflers, Strawberry Strudel and KASHI Three Cheese Penne, frozen, unprepared.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 9.3% 88% 6.3% 221% 0% 11% 113% 90% 0% 0%
Penne
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 21% 27% 11% 30% 0% 30% 51% 32% 0% 0%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +229.2%
Contains more IronIron +637.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +122.9%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +130.8%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +71.8%
Contains more ZincZinc +175%
Contains less SodiumSodium -64.1%
~equal in Copper ~mg
~equal in Manganese ~mg
~equal in Selenium ~µg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 132% 0% 0% 98% 104% 99% 0% 122% 200% 0% 56% 0%
Penne
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~mg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
5% 11% 50% 29% 5%
Protein: 5 g
Fats: 11 g
Carbs: 50 g
Water: 29.2 g
Other: 4.8 g
Penne
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6% 4% 17% 72%
Protein: 5.7 g
Fats: 4 g
Carbs: 16.8 g
Water: 72.4 g
Other: 1.1 g
Contains more FatsFats +175%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +197.6%
Contains more OtherOther +336.4%
Contains more ProteinProtein +14%
Contains more WaterWater +147.9%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
27% 28% 46%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.7 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.8 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.6 g
Penne
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62% 27% 11%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.3 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.4 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +180%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1050%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -14.8%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Strudel Penne DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 1.6µg 67%
Iron 5.9mg 0.8mg 64%
Vitamin A 395µg 44%
Vitamin B6 0.53mg 41%
Vitamin B2 0.45mg 35%
Vitamin B3 5.3mg 33%
Vitamin B1 0.39mg 33%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.6g 0.4g 28%
Phosphorus 263mg 118mg 21%
Calcium 293mg 89mg 20%
Folate 74µg 19%
Sodium 691mg 248mg 19%
Fats 11g 4g 11%
Carbs 50g 16.8g 11%
Calories 318kcal 126kcal 10%
Fiber 1.2g 2.7g 6%
Zinc 0.4mg 1.1mg 6%
Monounsaturated fat 2.8g 1g 5%
Magnesium 13mg 30mg 4%
Potassium 71mg 122mg 2%
Saturated fat 2.7g 2.3g 2%
Protein 5g 5.7g 1%
Net carbs 48.8g 14.1g N/A
Cholesterol 12mg 12mg 0%
Vitamin D 1IU 0IU 0%
Sugar 16.8g 1.9g N/A
Trans fat 0.2g 0.2g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Strudel Penne
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
62%
Strudel
0%
Penne
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
Strudel
20%
Penne

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in vitamins?
Strudel
Strudel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Penne
Penne is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Penne
Penne contains less Sodium (difference - 443mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Penne
Penne is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.4g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Penne
Penne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (12 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.
Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.