Tortellini vs. Arepa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between tortellini and arepa?
- Arepa has less selenium, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, phosphorus, vitamin B3, vitamin B12, calcium, and iron than tortellini.
- Tortellini's daily need coverage for selenium is 32% higher.
- Arepa contains less cholesterol.
We used Tortellini, pasta with cheese filling, fresh-refrigerated, as purchased and Restaurant, Latino, arepa (unleavened cornmeal bread) 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 CalciumCalcium | +70.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +44.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +166.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +27.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +81.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +291.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +28.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -33.5% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +347.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +638.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +203.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +22.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +60.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +81.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +148.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +169.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.5 g
Fats:
7.23 g
Carbs:
47 g
Water:
30.5 g
Other:
1.77 g
Protein:
5.48 g
Fats:
5.38 g
Carbs:
37.14 g
Water:
50.8 g
Other:
1.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +146.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +34.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +26.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +47.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +66.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.6 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.066 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.461 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.902 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.514 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.989 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +36.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -19.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +114.5% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 23.9µg | 6.1µg | 32% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.042mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.313mg | 0.07mg | 20% |
| Folate | 74µg | 19% | |
| Protein | 13.5g | 5.48g | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 212mg | 117mg | 14% |
| Cholesterol | 42mg | 5mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.696mg | 0.888mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 1.04mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 152mg | 89mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.03mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 406mg | 270mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.116mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.107mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.461g | 0.989g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.202mg | 4% | |
| Calories | 307kcal | 219kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 61µg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 2.6g | 3% |
| Carbs | 47g | 37.14g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 3.6g | 2.902g | 3% |
| Fats | 7.23g | 5.38g | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.02mg | 0.8mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 3.5µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0.29mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 27mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.066g | 1.514g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 45.1g | 34.54g | N/A |
| Potassium | 89mg | 88mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.95g | 0.87g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.157g | N/A | |
| Choline | 5.4mg | 4.4mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.048mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.193mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.207mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.671mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.228mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.131mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.276mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.276mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.166mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.825g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
24%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tortellini is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arepa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 37mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arepa is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.08g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arepa contains less Sodium (difference - 136mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Arepa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.698g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Arepa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.