Yolk vs. Parmigiano-Reggiano — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are yolk and parmigiano-Reggiano different?
- Yolk is higher in choline, selenium, vitamin B5, folate, vitamin D, and vitamin B6; however, parmigiano-Reggiano is richer in calcium and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for cholesterol for yolk is 332% higher.
- Yolk contains 40 times more choline than parmigiano-Reggiano. While yolk contains 820.2mg of choline, parmigiano-Reggiano contains only 20.7mg.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano has less cholesterol.
- Yolk has a lower glycemic index (0) than parmigiano-Reggiano (27).
Egg, yolk, raw, fresh and Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat are the varieties used in this article.
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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 IronIron | +203.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +216.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +660% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +759.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +14.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +209.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +68.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +86.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +54.5% |
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 AVitamin A | +138.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1417.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +1250% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +506.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +820% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +614.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1360% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +3862.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +375% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +15.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +142.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
15.86 g
Fats:
26.54 g
Carbs:
3.59 g
Water:
52.31 g
Other:
1.7 g
Protein:
20 g
Fats:
20 g
Carbs:
1.37 g
Water:
50.6 g
Other:
8.03 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +32.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +162% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +26.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +372.4% |
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Water
~50.6g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.551 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.738 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.204 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
13.317 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.462 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -28.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +92.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +810% |
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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| Cholesterol | 1085mg | 88mg | 332% |
| Choline | 820.2mg | 20.7mg | 145% |
| Calcium | 129mg | 1109mg | 98% |
| Selenium | 56µg | 17.7µg | 70% |
| Sodium | 48mg | 1529mg | 64% |
| Vitamin B5 | 2.99mg | 0.325mg | 53% |
| Phosphorus | 390mg | 729mg | 48% |
| Folate | 146µg | 10µg | 34% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.204g | 0.462g | 25% |
| Vitamin D | 218IU | 15IU | 25% |
| Vitamin D | 5.4µg | 0.4µg | 25% |
| Vitamin A | 381µg | 160µg | 25% |
| Iron | 2.73mg | 0.9mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.35mg | 0.049mg | 23% |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.238mg | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 9.551g | 13.317g | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 2.58mg | 0.17mg | 16% |
| Zinc | 2.3mg | 3.87mg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.738g | 6.098g | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.95µg | 2.26µg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.176mg | 0.029mg | 12% |
| Fats | 26.54g | 20g | 10% |
| Magnesium | 5mg | 38mg | 8% |
| Protein | 15.86g | 20g | 8% |
| Calories | 322kcal | 265kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.528mg | 0.486mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.024mg | 0.114mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.7µg | 1.7µg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.055mg | 0.085mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.59g | 1.37g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.59g | 1.37g | N/A |
| Potassium | 109mg | 125mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.56g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.177mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.687mg | 1.519mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.866mg | 1.2mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.399mg | 2.983mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.217mg | 2.459mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.378mg | 0.369mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.681mg | 1.604mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.949mg | 1.498mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.416mg | 0.752mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.07g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.011g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.114g | 0g | N/A |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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121%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Yolk contains less Sodium (difference - 1481mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Yolk is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.766g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yolk is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Yolk is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Yolk is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 997mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.56g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is relatively richer in minerals