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

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Summary of differences between Thyme and Parmigiano-Reggiano

  • Thyme has more Iron, Vitamin C, Manganese, Fiber, and Copper, however, Parmigiano-Reggiano is higher in Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, and Calcium.
  • Thyme covers your daily need of Iron 207% more than Parmigiano-Reggiano.
  • Thyme has less Saturated Fat.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Thyme, fresh 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 +1838.9%
Contains more Magnesium +321.1%
Contains more Potassium +387.2%
Contains less Sodium -99.4%
Contains more Copper +133.2%
Contains more Manganese +1922.4%
Contains more Calcium +173.8%
Contains more Phosphorus +587.7%
Contains more Zinc +113.8%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 122% 655% 115% 46% 54% 2% 50% 185% 225% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 333% 34% 28% 313% 12% 200% 106% 80% 12% 97%
Contains more Iron +1838.9%
Contains more Magnesium +321.1%
Contains more Potassium +387.2%
Contains less Sodium -99.4%
Contains more Copper +133.2%
Contains more Manganese +1922.4%
Contains more Calcium +173.8%
Contains more Phosphorus +587.7%
Contains more Zinc +113.8%

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.
Thyme
7
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Contains more Vitamin A +685.3%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +65.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1500%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +25.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +610.2%
Contains more Folate +350%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Equal in Vitamin B2 - 0.486
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 286% 0% 0% 534% 12% 109% 35% 25% 81% 34% 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 A +685.3%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +65.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1500%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +25.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +610.2%
Contains more Folate +350%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Equal in Vitamin B2 - 0.486

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +1684.7%
Contains more Water +28.7%
Contains more Protein +259.7%
Contains more Fats +1090.5%
Contains more Other +150.9%
6% 2% 24% 65% 3%
Protein: 5.56 g
Fats: 1.68 g
Carbs: 24.45 g
Water: 65.11 g
Other: 3.2 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 +1684.7%
Contains more Water +28.7%
Contains more Protein +259.7%
Contains more Fats +1090.5%
Contains more Other +150.9%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -96.5%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +15.2%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +7428.4%
43% 8% 49%
Saturated Fat: 0.467 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.081 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.532 g
67% 31% 2%
Saturated Fat: 13.317 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 6.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.462 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -96.5%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +15.2%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +7428.4%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Thyme 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 Thyme Parmigiano-Reggiano Opinion
Net carbs 10.45g 1.37g Thyme
Protein 5.56g 20g Parmigiano-Reggiano
Fats 1.68g 20g Parmigiano-Reggiano
Carbs 24.45g 1.37g Thyme
Calories 101kcal 265kcal Parmigiano-Reggiano
Fiber 14g 0g Thyme
Calcium 405mg 1109mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Iron 17.45mg 0.9mg Thyme
Magnesium 160mg 38mg Thyme
Phosphorus 106mg 729mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Potassium 609mg 125mg Thyme
Sodium 9mg 1529mg Thyme
Zinc 1.81mg 3.87mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Copper 0.555mg 0.238mg Thyme
Manganese 1.719mg 0.085mg Thyme
Selenium 17.7µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin A 4751IU 605IU Thyme
Vitamin A RAE 238µg 160µg Thyme
Vitamin E 0.17mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin D 0IU 15IU Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin D 0µg 0.4µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin C 160.1mg 0mg Thyme
Vitamin B1 0.048mg 0.029mg Thyme
Vitamin B2 0.471mg 0.486mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin B3 1.824mg 0.114mg Thyme
Vitamin B5 0.409mg 0.325mg Thyme
Vitamin B6 0.348mg 0.049mg Thyme
Folate 45µg 10µg Thyme
Vitamin B12 0µg 2.26µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Vitamin K 1.7µg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Tryptophan 0.114mg 0.24mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Threonine 0.154mg 1.519mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Isoleucine 0.285mg 1.2mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Leucine 0.262mg 2.983mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Lysine 0.126mg 2.459mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Methionine 0.369mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Phenylalanine 1.604mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Valine 0.307mg 1.498mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Histidine 0.752mg Parmigiano-Reggiano
Cholesterol 0mg 88mg Thyme
Saturated Fat 0.467g 13.317g Thyme
Monounsaturated Fat 0.081g 6.098g Parmigiano-Reggiano
Polyunsaturated fat 0.532g 0.462g Thyme

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Thyme 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
93%
Thyme
42%
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
145%
Thyme
121%
Parmigiano-Reggiano

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Thyme
Thyme is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Thyme
Thyme contains less Sodium (difference - 1520mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Thyme
Thyme is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Thyme
Thyme is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 12.85g)
Which food is cheaper?
Thyme
Thyme is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
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. Thyme - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173470/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.