American cheese vs. Oregano — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between American cheese and oregano
- American cheese has more phosphorus; however, oregano is richer in vitamin K, iron, manganese, fiber, vitamin E, vitamin B6, and copper.
- Oregano covers your daily vitamin K needs 516% more than American cheese.
- Oregano has 67 times less sodium than American cheese. American cheese has 1671mg of sodium, while oregano has 25mg.
- American cheese has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of American cheese is 27, while the glycemic index of oregano is 5.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Cheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D and Spices, oregano, dried.
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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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +333.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +348.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +938.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +52.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +854.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +5741.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1276.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +12070.7% |
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 | +194.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +12.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2182.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1080% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +125.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +6005.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +128.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1833.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +23811.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2862.5% |
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:
9 g
Fats:
4.28 g
Carbs:
68.92 g
Water:
9.93 g
Other:
7.87 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +101.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +642.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +298.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1762.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.2% |
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
1.551 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.716 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.369 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1050.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -91.4% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~1.369g
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:
0.91 g
Glucose:
1.9 g
Fructose:
1.13 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.15 g
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +36.4% |
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Starch
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Maltose
~0g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 621.7µg | 516% |
| Iron | 0.63mg | 36.8mg | 452% |
| Manganese | 0.041mg | 4.99mg | 215% |
| Fiber | 0g | 42.5g | 170% |
| Vitamin E | 0.8mg | 18.26mg | 116% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.054mg | 1.044mg | 76% |
| Saturated fat | 18.057g | 1.551g | 75% |
| Sodium | 1671mg | 25mg | 72% |
| Phosphorus | 641mg | 148mg | 70% |
| Copper | 0.046mg | 0.633mg | 65% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.5µg | 0µg | 63% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 270mg | 58% |
| Folate | 8µg | 237µg | 57% |
| Calcium | 1045mg | 1597mg | 55% |
| Fats | 31.79g | 4.28g | 42% |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 0mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 132mg | 1260mg | 33% |
| Selenium | 20.2µg | 4.5µg | 29% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.076mg | 4.64mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.234mg | 0.528mg | 23% |
| Carbs | 3.7g | 68.92g | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.236g | 0.716g | 19% |
| Vitamin A | 250µg | 85µg | 18% |
| Protein | 18.13g | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.177mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.403mg | 0.921mg | 10% |
| Calories | 371kcal | 265kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 23IU | 0IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.3mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 2.49mg | 2.69mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0g | 1.13g | 1% |
| Choline | 36.2mg | 32.3mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.286g | 1.369g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.7g | 26.42g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.26g | 4.09g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 1.144g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.232mg | 0.203mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.772mg | 0.322mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.938mg | 0.441mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.716mg | 0.78mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.516mg | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.475mg | 0.127mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.939mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.187mg | 0.585mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.546mg | 0.144mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.012g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.137g | 0.621g | 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 | 0g | 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 | 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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208%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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319%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Oregano is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 100mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Oregano contains less Sodium (difference - 1646mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Oregano is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 16.506g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Oregano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Oregano is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Oregano is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
American cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.83g)
Which food is cheaper?
American cheese is cheaper (difference - $2.2)