American cheese vs. Port Salut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between American cheese and Port Salut?
- American cheese is higher in Phosphorus, Calcium, and Selenium, yet Port Salut is higher in Vitamin A, and Monounsaturated Fat.
- American cheese's daily need coverage for Sodium is 49% more.
- American cheese has 3 times more Vitamin E than Port Salut. While American cheese has 0.8mg of Vitamin E, Port Salut has only 0.24mg.
- The amount of Sodium in Port Salut is lower.
We used Cheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D and Cheese, port de salut types 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 CalciumCalcium | +60.8% |
Contains more IronIron | +46.5% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +109.1% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +78.1% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +272.7% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +39.3% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -68% |
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 EVitamin E | +233.3% |
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +20% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +26.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +91.9% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +135.1% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +15.6% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +125% |
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:
23.78 g
Fats:
28.2 g
Carbs:
0.57 g
Water:
45.45 g
Other:
2 g
Contains more FatsFats | +12.7% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +549.1% |
Contains more OtherOther | +238.5% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +31.2% |
Contains more WaterWater | +14.7% |
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
16.691 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
9.338 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.729 g
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +76.4% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +13.4% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~16.691g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Lower in Sugar | |||
Lower in Sodium | |||
Lower in Saturated Fat | |||
Lower in Cholesterol | |||
Lower in price | |||
Rich in minerals | |||
Rich in vitamins | |||
Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
Nutrient | Opinion | ||
Calories | 371kcal | 352kcal | |
Protein | 18.13g | 23.78g | |
Fats | 31.79g | 28.2g | |
Net carbs | 3.7g | 0.57g | |
Carbs | 3.7g | 0.57g | |
Cholesterol | 100mg | 123mg | |
Vitamin D | 23IU | 21IU | |
Magnesium | 26mg | 24mg | |
Calcium | 1045mg | 650mg | |
Potassium | 132mg | 136mg | |
Iron | 0.63mg | 0.43mg | |
Sugar | 2.26g | 0.57g | |
Copper | 0.046mg | 0.022mg | |
Zinc | 2.49mg | 2.6mg | |
Phosphorus | 641mg | 360mg | |
Sodium | 1671mg | 534mg | |
Vitamin A | 945IU | 1092IU | |
Vitamin A | 250µg | 315µg | |
Vitamin E | 0.8mg | 0.24mg | |
Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0.5µg | |
Manganese | 0.041mg | 0.011mg | |
Selenium | 20.2µg | 14.5µg | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.014mg | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.234mg | 0.24mg | |
Vitamin B3 | 0.076mg | 0.06mg | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.403mg | 0.21mg | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.054mg | 0.053mg | |
Vitamin B12 | 1.5µg | 1.5µg | |
Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 2.4µg | |
Folate | 8µg | 18µg | |
Trans Fat | 1.144g | ||
Choline | 36.2mg | 15.4mg | |
Saturated Fat | 18.057g | 16.691g | |
Monounsaturated Fat | 8.236g | 9.338g | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 1.286g | 0.729g | |
Tryptophan | 0.232mg | 0.343mg | |
Threonine | 0.772mg | 0.876mg | |
Isoleucine | 0.938mg | 1.446mg | |
Leucine | 1.716mg | 2.482mg | |
Lysine | 1.516mg | 1.987mg | |
Methionine | 0.475mg | 0.734mg | |
Phenylalanine | 0.939mg | 1.323mg | |
Valine | 1.187mg | 1.707mg | |
Histidine | 0.546mg | 0.686mg | |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0.012g | 0g | |
Omega-3 - DHA | 0.006g | 0g | |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.137g | ||
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.021g | 0g | |
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | ||
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | ||
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | ||
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | ||
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.79g |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
Low Calories diet | ||
Low Fats diet | ||
Low Carbs diet | ||
Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal |
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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
31%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
106%
62%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Port Salut is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.69g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Port Salut contains less Sodium (difference - 1137mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Port Salut is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.366g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
American cheese is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food is cheaper?
American cheese is cheaper (difference - $1.1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
American cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
American cheese is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (27)