Mozzarella vs. Amaranth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are mozzarella and amaranth different?
- Mozzarella is higher in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B2, zinc, and selenium; however, amaranth is richer in iron, copper, magnesium, and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for calcium for mozzarella is 68% higher.
- Mozzarella contains 15 times more vitamin B2 than amaranth. While mozzarella contains 0.34mg of vitamin B2, amaranth contains only 0.022mg.
- Mozzarella has a lower glycemic index (27) than amaranth (97).
Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Amaranth grain, cooked are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +1455.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +264% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +254.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +185.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +150% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +42.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +740% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +451.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -62.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1445.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +26.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +95.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +41.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +144.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
27.5 g
Fats:
17.1 g
Carbs:
3.1 g
Water:
49.9 g
Other:
2.4 g
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +623.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +982.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +211.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +502.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +50.6% |
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 price |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 731mg | 47mg | 68% |
| Phosphorus | 524mg | 148mg | 54% |
| Saturated fat | 10.867g | 49% | |
| Protein | 27.5g | 3.8g | 47% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 38% | |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 37% | |
| Fats | 17.1g | 1.58g | 24% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.022mg | 24% |
| Iron | 0.25mg | 2.1mg | 23% |
| Zinc | 3.13mg | 0.86mg | 21% |
| Selenium | 15.7µg | 5.5µg | 19% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 18% | |
| Vitamin A | 137µg | 15% | |
| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.149mg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.844g | 12% | |
| Calories | 280kcal | 102kcal | 9% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 65mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.1g | 8% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Carbs | 3.1g | 18.69g | 5% |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.113mg | 3% |
| Folate | 9µg | 22µg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 13IU | 2% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 0.235mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 135mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.1g | 16.59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.23g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 16mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.19mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.015mg | 0% |
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
23%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Mozzarella is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mozzarella is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.23g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.867g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.