American cheese vs. Broth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between American cheese and broth
- American cheese has more calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, zinc, and vitamin A, while broth has more vitamin B2 and vitamin B3.
- Broth covers your daily need for sodium, 965% more than American cheese.
- American cheese contains 473 times more vitamin A than broth. While American cheese contains 945IU of vitamin A, broth contains only 2IU.
- The amount of cholesterol in broth is lower.
- American cheese has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of American cheese is 27, while the glycemic index of broth is 45.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D and Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry.
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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 | +458.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2666.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +286.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +115.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +134.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +63.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +265.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +38.6% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +73.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +566.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +83.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +3136.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +48.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +85.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +216.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.13 g
Fats:
31.79 g
Carbs:
3.7 g
Water:
39.61 g
Other:
6.77 g
Protein:
16.66 g
Fats:
13.88 g
Carbs:
18.01 g
Water:
2.27 g
Other:
49.18 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +129% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1644.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +386.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +626.4% |
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Protein
~16.66g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.057 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.236 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.286 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.43 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.48 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +53.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -81% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +248.4% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 1671mg | 23875mg | 965% |
| Calcium | 1045mg | 187mg | 86% |
| Phosphorus | 641mg | 166mg | 68% |
| Saturated fat | 18.057g | 3.43g | 66% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.5µg | 0.3µg | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 13mg | 29% |
| Fats | 31.79g | 13.88g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 250µg | 0µg | 28% |
| Zinc | 2.49mg | 0.09mg | 22% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.286g | 4.48g | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.234mg | 0.43mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.076mg | 2.46mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 20.2µg | 28µg | 14% |
| Choline | 36.2mg | 114.6mg | 14% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 56mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.236g | 5.36g | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.1mg | 7% |
| Folate | 8µg | 32µg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.046mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.63mg | 1.03mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 132mg | 309mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 3.7g | 18.01g | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.041mg | 0.15mg | 5% |
| Calories | 371kcal | 267kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.054mg | 0.1mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.403mg | 0.6mg | 4% |
| Protein | 18.13g | 16.66g | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 23IU | 0IU | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.8mg | 0.46mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.7g | 18.01g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.26g | 17.36g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 1.144g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.232mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.772mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.938mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.716mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.516mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.475mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.939mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.187mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.546mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.012g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.137g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.021g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.79g | 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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28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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352%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Broth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 87mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Broth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 14.627g)
Which food is cheaper?
Broth is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
American cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 15.1g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
American cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 22204mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
American cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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