Tagliatelle vs. Corn grits — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between tagliatelle and corn grits?
- Tagliatelle is richer in vitamin B1, folate, copper, vitamin B2, manganese, phosphorus, vitamin B3, zinc, and vitamin B5, yet corn grits is richer in iron.
- Tagliatelle's daily need coverage for vitamin B1 is 47% higher.
- Tagliatelle has a lower glycemic index than corn grits.
We used Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, as purchased and Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, plain, prepared (microwaved or boiling water added), without salt types in this comparison.
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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 | +666.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +563% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1255.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1064.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1016.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +326.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +100.3% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +393% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +225.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +100.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +928.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +232.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +551.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.31 g
Fats:
2.3 g
Carbs:
54.73 g
Water:
31 g
Other:
0.66 g
Protein:
1.58 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
15.95 g
Water:
81.22 g
Other:
0.76 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +615.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +369.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +243.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +162% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +15.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.328 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.271 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.942 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.076 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.081 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.191 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +234.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +393.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -76.8% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.705mg | 0.143mg | 47% |
| Iron | 3.35mg | 6.71mg | 42% |
| Folate | 176µg | 27µg | 37% |
| Copper | 0.228mg | 0mg | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.439mg | 0.135mg | 23% |
| Manganese | 0.547mg | 0.049mg | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 163mg | 14mg | 21% |
| Protein | 11.31g | 1.58g | 19% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.31µg | 13% | |
| Carbs | 54.73g | 15.95g | 13% |
| Calories | 288kcal | 74kcal | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.535mg | 0.052mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.22mg | 0.09mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 46mg | 6mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.35mg | 1.672mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 26mg | 227mg | 9% |
| Starch | 15.39g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.942g | 0.191g | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.093mg | 0.028mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 64mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 4% | |
| Potassium | 179mg | 27mg | 4% |
| Fats | 2.3g | 0.49g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 14µg | 2% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.328g | 0.076g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 54.73g | 14.85g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.1g | N/A | |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0% | |
| Choline | 2.6mg | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.271g | 0.081g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.143mg | 0.011mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.295mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.058mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.763mg | 0.228mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.214mg | 0.031mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.174mg | 0.029mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.542mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.476mg | 0.077mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.226mg | 0.048mg | 0% |
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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
44%
10%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tagliatelle is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.1g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tagliatelle contains less Sodium (difference - 201mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tagliatelle is lower in glycemic index (difference - 34)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tagliatelle is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tagliatelle is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn grits is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 73mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn grits is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.252g)
Which food is cheaper?
Corn grits is cheaper (difference - $6)