American cheese vs. Peanut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between American cheese and peanuts
- American cheese has more calcium and vitamin B12; however, peanuts are richer in copper, manganese, vitamin B3, folate, vitamin B1, and vitamin E.
- Peanuts cover your daily copper needs 122% more than American cheese.
- Peanuts contain less sodium.
- American cheese has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of American cheese is 27, while the glycemic index of peanuts is 13.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Cheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D and Peanuts, all types, 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 | +1035.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +70.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +180.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +546.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +434.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +627% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2387% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +31.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +4617.1% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +73.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +941.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +4166.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +15776.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +338.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +544.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2900% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +45% |
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:
25.8 g
Fats:
49.24 g
Carbs:
16.13 g
Water:
6.5 g
Other:
2.33 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +509.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +190.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +42.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +54.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +335.9% |
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
6.279 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
24.426 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
15.558 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -65.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +196.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1109.8% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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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 | 1.144mg | 122% |
| Calcium | 1045mg | 92mg | 95% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.286g | 15.558g | 95% |
| Manganese | 0.041mg | 1.934mg | 82% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.076mg | 12.066mg | 75% |
| Sodium | 1671mg | 18mg | 72% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.5µg | 0µg | 63% |
| Folate | 8µg | 240µg | 58% |
| Saturated fat | 18.057g | 6.279g | 54% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.64mg | 52% |
| Vitamin E | 0.8mg | 8.33mg | 50% |
| Iron | 0.63mg | 4.58mg | 49% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.236g | 24.426g | 40% |
| Phosphorus | 641mg | 376mg | 38% |
| Fiber | 0g | 8.5g | 34% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 168mg | 34% |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 0mg | 33% |
| Vitamin A | 250µg | 0µg | 28% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.403mg | 1.767mg | 27% |
| Fats | 31.79g | 49.24g | 27% |
| Selenium | 20.2µg | 7.2µg | 24% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.054mg | 0.348mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 132mg | 705mg | 17% |
| Protein | 18.13g | 25.8g | 15% |
| Calories | 371kcal | 567kcal | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.234mg | 0.135mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 2.49mg | 3.27mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 3.7g | 16.13g | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Choline | 36.2mg | 52.5mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 23IU | 0IU | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 3.7g | 7.63g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.26g | 4.72g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 1.144g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.232mg | 0.25mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.772mg | 0.883mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.938mg | 0.907mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.716mg | 1.672mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.516mg | 0.926mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.475mg | 0.317mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.939mg | 1.377mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.187mg | 1.082mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.546mg | 0.652mg | 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
33%
75%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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131%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Peanut is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 100mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peanut contains less Sodium (difference - 1653mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peanut is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 11.778g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Peanut is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
American cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.46g)
Which food is cheaper?
American cheese is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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