American cheese vs. Refried beans — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between American cheese and refried beans?
- American cheese is richer in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin A, and zinc, yet refried beans are richer in fiber.
- American cheese's daily need coverage for calcium is 102% higher.
- Refried beans contain less cholesterol.
- American cheese has a lower glycemic index than refried beans.
We used Cheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D and Refried beans, canned, traditional style (includes USDA commodity) types in this comparison.
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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 | +3503.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +329.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +596.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +248.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +34.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +141.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +128.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +180.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -77.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +604.9% |
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 | +788.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +196.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +113.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +23.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +70.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +406.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +382.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +90.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +37.5% |
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:
4.98 g
Fats:
2.01 g
Carbs:
13.55 g
Water:
77.75 g
Other:
1.71 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +264.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1481.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +295.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +266.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +96.3% |
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
0.631 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.601 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.543 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1270.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +136.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.5% |
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:
7.43 g
Sucrose:
0.54 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 1045mg | 29mg | 102% |
| Saturated fat | 18.057g | 0.631g | 79% |
| Phosphorus | 641mg | 92mg | 78% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.5µg | 0µg | 63% |
| Sodium | 1671mg | 370mg | 57% |
| Fats | 31.79g | 2.01g | 46% |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 0mg | 33% |
| Vitamin A | 250µg | 0µg | 28% |
| Selenium | 20.2µg | 5.8µg | 26% |
| Protein | 18.13g | 4.98g | 26% |
| Histidine | 0.546mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.236g | 0.601g | 19% |
| Zinc | 2.49mg | 0.58mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.7g | 15% |
| Calories | 371kcal | 90kcal | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.234mg | 0.079mg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.041mg | 0.289mg | 11% |
| Iron | 0.63mg | 1.44mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.046mg | 0.129mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 6mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 132mg | 319mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.8mg | 0.09mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.286g | 0.543g | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.076mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.054mg | 0.103mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.403mg | 0.189mg | 4% |
| Starch | 7.43g | 3% | |
| Choline | 36.2mg | 21.2mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 23IU | 0IU | 3% |
| Carbs | 3.7g | 13.55g | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.076mg | 0.367mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 35mg | 2% |
| Folate | 8µg | 11µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.7g | 9.85g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.26g | 0.54g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 2.1µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 1.144g | 0.016g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.232mg | 0.065mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.772mg | 0.231mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.938mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.716mg | 0.438mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.516mg | 0.377mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.475mg | 0.083mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.939mg | 0.297mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.187mg | 0.287mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.012g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.137g | 0.169g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.021g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.79g | 0.36g | 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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
106%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Refried beans is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 100mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Refried beans is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.72g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Refried beans contains less Sodium (difference - 1301mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Refried beans is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.426g)
Which food is cheaper?
Refried beans is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
American cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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