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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 from 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.
Contains more Magnesium +106.3%
Contains more Phosphorus +141.9%
Contains more Potassium +22.1%
Contains less Sodium -81.5%
Contains more Zinc +146.4%
Contains more Copper +132%
Contains more Manganese +311%
Contains more Calcium +16.2%
Contains more Iron +28.4%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 12% 97% 93% 154% 30% 1% 95% 153% 419% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 13% 124% 45% 64% 24% 4% 39% 66% 102% 0%
Contains more Magnesium +106.3%
Contains more Phosphorus +141.9%
Contains more Potassium +22.1%
Contains less Sodium -81.5%
Contains more Zinc +146.4%
Contains more Copper +132%
Contains more Manganese +311%
Contains more Calcium +16.2%
Contains more Iron +28.4%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin B5 +92.3%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +46.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +197%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +142%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +128.3%
Contains more Folate +142.5%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 19% 0% 0% 105% 31% 27% 80% 32% 55% 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 15% 0% 0% 0% 153% 92% 65% 42% 73% 133% 39% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +92.3%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +46.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +197%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +142%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +128.3%
Contains more Folate +142.5%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +15.9%
Contains more Carbs +29.5%
Contains more Other +170.7%
Contains more Water +186.4%
Equal in Fats - 2.1
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 Protein +15.9%
Contains more Carbs +29.5%
Contains more Other +170.7%
Contains more Water +186.4%
Equal in Fats - 2.1

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -24.2%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +95.5%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +212.3%
25% 14% 61%
Saturated Fat: 0.366 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.211 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.913 g
30% 41% 29%
Saturated Fat: 0.483 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.659 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.467 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -24.2%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +95.5%
Contains more Monounsaturated 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 Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol 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 Opinion
Net carbs 72.13g 55.72g Triticale
Protein 13.05g 11.26g Triticale
Fats 2.09g 2.1g Spinach pasta
Carbs 72.13g 55.72g Triticale
Calories 336kcal 289kcal Triticale
Calcium 37mg 43mg Spinach pasta
Iron 2.57mg 3.3mg Spinach pasta
Magnesium 130mg 63mg Triticale
Phosphorus 358mg 148mg Triticale
Potassium 332mg 272mg Triticale
Sodium 5mg 27mg Triticale
Zinc 3.45mg 1.4mg Triticale
Copper 0.457mg 0.197mg Triticale
Manganese 3.21mg 0.781mg Triticale
Vitamin A 0IU 241IU Spinach pasta
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 25µg Spinach pasta
Vitamin E 0.9mg Triticale
Vitamin B1 0.416mg 0.609mg Spinach pasta
Vitamin B2 0.134mg 0.398mg Spinach pasta
Vitamin B3 1.43mg 3.46mg Spinach pasta
Vitamin B5 1.323mg 0.688mg Triticale
Vitamin B6 0.138mg 0.315mg Spinach pasta
Folate 73µg 177µg Spinach pasta
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.31µg Spinach pasta
Tryptophan 0.157mg 0.15mg Triticale
Threonine 0.405mg 0.352mg Triticale
Isoleucine 0.479mg 0.488mg Spinach pasta
Leucine 0.911mg 0.813mg Triticale
Lysine 0.365mg 0.336mg Triticale
Methionine 0.204mg 0.208mg Spinach pasta
Phenylalanine 0.638mg 0.56mg Triticale
Valine 0.609mg 0.544mg Triticale
Histidine 0.311mg 0.237mg Triticale
Cholesterol 0mg 73mg Triticale
Saturated Fat 0.366g 0.483g Triticale
Monounsaturated Fat 0.211g 0.659g Spinach pasta
Polyunsaturated fat 0.913g 0.467g Triticale

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Triticale Spinach pasta
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
29%
Triticale
51%
Spinach pasta
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
105%
Triticale
48%
Spinach pasta

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Triticale
Triticale contains less Sodium (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Triticale
Triticale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 73mg)
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.