American cheese vs. Molasses — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between American cheese and molasses?
- American cheese is higher in phosphorus, calcium, and vitamin B12, yet molasses are higher in manganese, magnesium, iron, copper, and vitamin B6.
- American cheese's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 90% more.
- The amount of saturated fat in molasses is lower.
We used Cheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D and Molasses 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 | +409.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +758.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1967.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +13.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +830.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1009.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +649.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +958.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3631.7% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +11600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +172.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +173.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1123.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +99.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1140.7% |
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:
0 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
74.73 g
Water:
21.87 g
Other:
3.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +31690% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +81.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +105.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1919.7% |
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
0.018 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.032 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +25637.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2472% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
2.15 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.11 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
29.4 g
Glucose:
11.92 g
Fructose:
12.79 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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Starch
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Maltose
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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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Phosphorus | 641mg | 31mg | 87% |
| Calcium | 1045mg | 205mg | 84% |
| Saturated fat | 18.057g | 0.018g | 82% |
| Sodium | 1671mg | 37mg | 71% |
| Manganese | 0.041mg | 1.53mg | 65% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.5µg | 0µg | 63% |
| Iron | 0.63mg | 4.72mg | 51% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 242mg | 51% |
| Copper | 0.046mg | 0.487mg | 49% |
| Fats | 31.79g | 0.1g | 49% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.054mg | 0.67mg | 47% |
| Potassium | 132mg | 1464mg | 39% |
| Protein | 18.13g | 0g | 36% |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 0mg | 33% |
| Vitamin A | 250µg | 0µg | 28% |
| Carbs | 3.7g | 74.73g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.236g | 0.032g | 21% |
| Zinc | 2.49mg | 0.29mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.234mg | 0.002mg | 18% |
| Fructose | 0g | 12.79g | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.286g | 0.05g | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.403mg | 0.804mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0.8mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.076mg | 0.93mg | 5% |
| Choline | 36.2mg | 13.3mg | 4% |
| Calories | 371kcal | 290kcal | 4% |
| Selenium | 20.2µg | 17.8µg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 23IU | 0IU | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.041mg | 2% |
| Folate | 8µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 3.7g | 74.73g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.26g | 74.72g | 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 |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
33%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
106%
103%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Molasses is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 100mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Molasses contains less Sodium (difference - 1634mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Molasses is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.039g)
Which food is cheaper?
Molasses is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
American cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 72.46g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
American cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
American cheese is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.