American cheese vs. Pistachio — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between American cheese and pistachios
- American cheese has more calcium and vitamin B12; however, pistachios have more copper, vitamin B6, vitamin B1, manganese, fiber, and iron.
- Daily need coverage for copper for pistachios is 139% higher.
- Pistachios are lower in sodium.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D and Nuts, pistachio nuts, raw.
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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 | +895.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +13.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +188.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +365.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +676.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +522.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2726.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2826.8% |
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 | +861.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +46.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +257.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +5700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1610.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +29% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +3048.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +537.5% |
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:
20.16 g
Fats:
45.32 g
Carbs:
27.17 g
Water:
4.37 g
Other:
2.98 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +806.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +127.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +11.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +42.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +634.3% |
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
5.907 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
23.257 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
14.38 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -67.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +182.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1018.2% |
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:
1.67 g
Sucrose:
6.87 g
Glucose:
0.32 g
Fructose:
0.24 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.17 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.046mg | 1.3mg | 139% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.054mg | 1.7mg | 127% |
| Calcium | 1045mg | 105mg | 94% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.286g | 14.38g | 87% |
| Sodium | 1671mg | 1mg | 73% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.87mg | 71% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.5µg | 0µg | 63% |
| Saturated fat | 18.057g | 5.907g | 55% |
| Manganese | 0.041mg | 1.2mg | 50% |
| Fiber | 0g | 10.6g | 42% |
| Iron | 0.63mg | 3.92mg | 41% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.236g | 23.257g | 38% |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 0mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 132mg | 1025mg | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 250µg | 26µg | 25% |
| Selenium | 20.2µg | 7µg | 24% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 121mg | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 641mg | 490mg | 22% |
| Fats | 31.79g | 45.32g | 21% |
| Vitamin E | 0.8mg | 2.86mg | 14% |
| Folate | 8µg | 51µg | 11% |
| Calories | 371kcal | 560kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.076mg | 1.3mg | 8% |
| Carbs | 3.7g | 27.17g | 8% |
| Choline | 36.2mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.234mg | 0.16mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 5.6mg | 6% |
| Protein | 18.13g | 20.16g | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 23IU | 0IU | 3% |
| Zinc | 2.49mg | 2.2mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.403mg | 0.52mg | 2% |
| Starch | 1.67g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 3.7g | 16.57g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.26g | 7.66g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 1.144g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.232mg | 0.251mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.772mg | 0.684mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.938mg | 0.917mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.716mg | 1.604mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.516mg | 1.138mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.475mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.939mg | 1.092mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.187mg | 1.249mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.546mg | 0.512mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.24g | 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 | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.79g | 14.091g | 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
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63%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
106%
125%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pistachio is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 100mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pistachio contains less Sodium (difference - 1670mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pistachio is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.15g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
American cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.4g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
American cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food is cheaper?
American cheese is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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