Mozzarella vs. Barbecue chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are mozzarella and barbecue chicken different?
- Mozzarella is richer in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, zinc, and vitamin A, while barbecue chicken is higher in vitamin B3 and selenium.
- Mozzarella covers your daily need for calcium, 71% more than barbecue chicken.
- Mozzarella contains 8 times more vitamin A than barbecue chicken. Mozzarella contains 517IU of vitamin A, while barbecue chicken contains 67IU.
- Barbecue chicken is lower in saturated fat.
- Mozzarella has a higher glycemic index (27) than barbecue chicken (10).
Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Chicken, broiler, rotisserie, BBQ, thigh meat and skin types were 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +23.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +4468.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +75.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +140.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +168.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +280% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +185.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +40.1% |
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 | +585% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +49.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +95.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +12.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +206.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +175% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +4676.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +138.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +241.8% |
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:
22.51 g
Fats:
15.08 g
Carbs:
0.12 g
Water:
61.41 g
Other:
0.88 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +22.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +13.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2483.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +172.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +23.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.867 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.844 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.509 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.927 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.446 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.038 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -63.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +33.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +300.4% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 731mg | 16mg | 72% |
| Phosphorus | 524mg | 218mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 5.732mg | 35% |
| Saturated fat | 10.867g | 3.927g | 32% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 127mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 0.47µg | 19% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 335mg | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 137µg | 20µg | 13% |
| Zinc | 3.13mg | 1.78mg | 12% |
| Selenium | 15.7µg | 22µg | 11% |
| Protein | 27.5g | 22.51g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 2.038g | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.227mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.25mg | 0.95mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.191mg | 9% |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 62.9mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.077mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 255mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.844g | 6.446g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.152mg | 3% | |
| Calories | 280kcal | 226kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.055mg | 3% |
| Fats | 17.1g | 15.08g | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.46mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 13IU | 0IU | 2% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.1g | 0.12g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.1g | 0.12g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.23g | 0.12g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.005mg | 0% | |
| Folate | 9µg | 8µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.078g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.173mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.657mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.853mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.549mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.75mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.565mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.69mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.935mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.592mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.04g | 0% | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | N/A |
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%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mozzarella is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 73mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 319mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Barbecue chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.11g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Barbecue chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.94g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Barbecue chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is cheaper?
Barbecue chicken is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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