Blue cheese vs. Swiss cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Blue cheese and Swiss cheese
- Blue cheese has more Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, and Folate, however, Swiss cheese has more Vitamin B12, Calcium, Selenium, Phosphorus, Zinc, and Vitamin A RAE.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Swiss cheese is 77% higher.
- Swiss cheese has 6 times less Sodium than Blue cheese. Blue cheese has 1146mg of Sodium, while Swiss cheese has 187mg.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, blue and Cheese, swiss.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +255.6% |
Contains more IronIron | +138.5% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +43.5% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +68.6% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +17.5% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +64.3% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +48.3% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.7% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +188.9% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +106.9% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +163.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +26.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1487.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +389.8% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +133.8% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +71.4% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +260% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +45.2% |
Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +140% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +150.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
21.4 g
Fats:
28.74 g
Carbs:
2.34 g
Water:
42.41 g
Other:
5.11 g
Protein:
26.96 g
Fats:
30.99 g
Carbs:
1.44 g
Water:
37.63 g
Other:
2.98 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +62.5% |
Contains more WaterWater | +12.7% |
Contains more OtherOther | +71.5% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +26% |
~equal in
Fats
~30.99g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
18.669 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.778 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.8 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
18.227 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.046 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.341 g
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +67.6% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~18.227g
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~8.046g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Lower in Sugar | |||
Lower in Sodium | |||
Lower in Saturated Fat | |||
Rich in minerals | |||
Lower in Cholesterol | |||
Lower in Glycemic Index | |||
Lower in price | |||
Rich in vitamins |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
Nutrient | Opinion | ||
Calories | 353kcal | 393kcal | |
Protein | 21.4g | 26.96g | |
Fats | 28.74g | 30.99g | |
Net carbs | 2.34g | 1.44g | |
Carbs | 2.34g | 1.44g | |
Cholesterol | 75mg | 93mg | |
Vitamin D | 21IU | 0IU | |
Magnesium | 23mg | 33mg | |
Calcium | 528mg | 890mg | |
Potassium | 256mg | 72mg | |
Iron | 0.31mg | 0.13mg | |
Sugar | 0.5g | 0g | |
Copper | 0.04mg | 0.047mg | |
Zinc | 2.66mg | 4.37mg | |
Phosphorus | 387mg | 574mg | |
Sodium | 1146mg | 187mg | |
Vitamin A | 721IU | 1047IU | |
Vitamin A RAE | 198µg | 288µg | |
Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 0.6mg | |
Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 0µg | |
Manganese | 0.009mg | 0.026mg | |
Selenium | 14.5µg | 30µg | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.029mg | 0.011mg | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.382mg | 0.302mg | |
Vitamin B3 | 1.016mg | 0.064mg | |
Vitamin B5 | 1.729mg | 0.353mg | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.166mg | 0.071mg | |
Vitamin B12 | 1.22µg | 3.06µg | |
Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 1.4µg | |
Folate | 36µg | 10µg | |
Trans Fat | 0.987g | ||
Choline | 15.4mg | 15.5mg | |
Saturated Fat | 18.669g | 18.227g | |
Monounsaturated Fat | 7.778g | 8.046g | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.8g | 1.341g | |
Tryptophan | 0.312mg | 0.401mg | |
Threonine | 0.785mg | 1.038mg | |
Isoleucine | 1.124mg | 1.537mg | |
Leucine | 1.919mg | 2.959mg | |
Lysine | 1.852mg | 2.585mg | |
Methionine | 0.584mg | 0.784mg | |
Phenylalanine | 1.087mg | 1.662mg | |
Valine | 1.556mg | 2.139mg | |
Histidine | 0.758mg | 1.065mg | |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g | ||
Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.018g | |
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g | ||
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | ||
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.032g | ||
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | ||
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.734g |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Low Calories diet | ||
Low Fats diet | ||
Low Carbs diet | ||
Low Glycemic Index 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
40%
45%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
69%
87%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Swiss cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Swiss cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 959mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Swiss cheese is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.442g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Swiss cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Blue cheese is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Blue cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Blue cheese is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Blue cheese is relatively richer in vitamins