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Triticale vs. Spinach pasta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between triticale and spinach pasta

  • Triticale is richer in manganese, phosphorus, copper, zinc, and magnesium, yet spinach pasta is richer in folate, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, and vitamin B6.
  • Daily need coverage for manganese for triticale is 106% higher.
  • Triticale contains 2 times more zinc than spinach pasta. Triticale contains 3.45mg of zinc, while spinach pasta contains 1.4mg.

Food types used in this article are Triticale and Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, spinach, as purchased.

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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 93% 11% 29% 96% 152% 94% 153% 0.65% 419% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 45% 13% 24% 124% 66% 38% 63% 3.5% 102% 0%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +106.3%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +22.1%
Contains more CopperCopper +132%
Contains more ZincZinc +146.4%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +141.9%
Contains less SodiumSodium -81.5%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +311%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +16.2%
Contains more IronIron +28.4%
~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% 0% 18% 0% 104% 31% 27% 79% 32% 0% 0% 55% 0%
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% 8.3% 0% 0% 152% 92% 65% 41% 73% 39% 0% 133% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +92.3%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +46.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +197%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +142%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +128.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +142.5%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
13% 2% 72% 11% 2%
Protein: 13.05 g
Fats: 2.09 g
Carbs: 72.13 g
Water: 10.51 g
Other: 2.22 g
11% 2% 56% 30%
Protein: 11.26 g
Fats: 2.1 g
Carbs: 55.72 g
Water: 30.1 g
Other: 0.82 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +15.9%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +29.5%
Contains more OtherOther +170.7%
Contains more WaterWater +186.4%
~equal in Fats ~2.1g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
25% 14% 61%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.366 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.211 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.913 g
30% 41% 29%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.483 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.659 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.467 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -24.2%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +95.5%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +212.3%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Triticale Spinach pasta DV% diff.
Manganese 3.21mg 0.781mg 106%
Phosphorus 358mg 148mg 30%
Copper 0.457mg 0.197mg 29%
Folate 73µg 177µg 26%
Cholesterol 0mg 73mg 24%
Vitamin B2 0.134mg 0.398mg 20%
Zinc 3.45mg 1.4mg 19%
Vitamin B1 0.416mg 0.609mg 16%
Magnesium 130mg 63mg 16%
Vitamin B6 0.138mg 0.315mg 14%
Vitamin B5 1.323mg 0.688mg 13%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.31µg 13%
Vitamin B3 1.43mg 3.46mg 13%
Iron 2.57mg 3.3mg 9%
Vitamin E 0.9mg 6%
Carbs 72.13g 55.72g 5%
Protein 13.05g 11.26g 4%
Vitamin A 0µg 25µg 3%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.913g 0.467g 3%
Calories 336kcal 289kcal 2%
Potassium 332mg 272mg 2%
Sodium 5mg 27mg 1%
Calcium 37mg 43mg 1%
Saturated fat 0.366g 0.483g 1%
Monounsaturated fat 0.211g 0.659g 1%
Fats 2.09g 2.1g 0%
Net carbs 72.13g 55.72g N/A
Tryptophan 0.157mg 0.15mg 0%
Threonine 0.405mg 0.352mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.479mg 0.488mg 0%
Leucine 0.911mg 0.813mg 0%
Lysine 0.365mg 0.336mg 0%
Methionine 0.204mg 0.208mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.638mg 0.56mg 0%
Valine 0.609mg 0.544mg 0%
Histidine 0.311mg 0.237mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Triticale Spinach pasta
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
27%
Triticale
46%
Spinach pasta
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
105%
Triticale
48%
Spinach pasta

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Triticale
Triticale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 73mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Triticale
Triticale contains less Sodium (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Triticale
Triticale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.117g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Triticale
Triticale is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Spinach pasta
Spinach pasta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Spinach pasta
Spinach pasta is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Triticale - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169718/nutrients
  2. Spinach pasta - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169729/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.