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Mozzarella vs. Barley — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between mozzarella and barley

  • Mozzarella has more calcium, vitamin B12, and phosphorus, while barley has more fiber, copper, vitamin B1, iron, selenium, and vitamin B3.
  • Mozzarella's daily need coverage for calcium is 70% higher.
  • The amount of saturated fat in barley is lower.

The food types used in this comparison are Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Barley, hulled.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 19% 219% 8.4% 9.4% 9% 85% 225% 2.1% 0% 86%
Barley
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 95% 9.9% 40% 135% 166% 76% 113% 1.6% 253% 206%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +2115.2%
Contains more ZincZinc +13%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +98.5%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +411.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +375.8%
Contains more IronIron +1340%
Contains more CopperCopper +1744.4%
Contains less SodiumSodium -25%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +140.1%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 46% 3% 4.5% 5% 78% 2.3% 0% 18% 115% 4.5% 6.8% 10%
Barley
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0.33% 11% 0% 162% 66% 86% 17% 73% 0% 5.5% 14% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +13600%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +19.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +280%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +3130%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +3736.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +297.5%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +22.2%
Contains more FolateFolate +111.1%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
28% 17% 3% 50% 2%
Protein: 27.5 g
Fats: 17.1 g
Carbs: 3.1 g
Water: 49.9 g
Other: 2.4 g
Barley
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12% 2% 73% 9% 2%
Protein: 12.48 g
Fats: 2.3 g
Carbs: 73.48 g
Water: 9.44 g
Other: 2.3 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +120.4%
Contains more FatsFats +643.5%
Contains more WaterWater +428.6%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +2270.3%
~equal in Other ~2.3g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
67% 30% 3%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 10.867 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 4.844 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.509 g
Barley
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26% 16% 59%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.482 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.295 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.108 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +1542%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -95.6%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +117.7%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Mozzarella Barley
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mozzarella Barley DV% diff.
Manganese 1.943mg 84%
Calcium 731mg 33mg 70%
Fiber 0g 17.3g 69%
Copper 0.027mg 0.498mg 52%
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.646mg 52%
Saturated fat 10.867g 0.482g 47%
Iron 0.25mg 3.6mg 42%
Selenium 15.7µg 37.7µg 40%
Vitamin B12 0.92µg 0µg 38%
Phosphorus 524mg 264mg 37%
Protein 27.5g 12.48g 30%
Vitamin B3 0.12mg 4.604mg 28%
Magnesium 26mg 133mg 25%
Carbs 3.1g 73.48g 23%
Fats 17.1g 2.3g 23%
Cholesterol 54mg 0mg 18%
Vitamin B6 0.08mg 0.318mg 18%
Vitamin A 137µg 1µg 15%
Potassium 95mg 452mg 11%
Monounsaturated fat 4.844g 0.295g 11%
Vitamin B5 0.282mg 6%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.509g 1.108g 4%
Calories 280kcal 354kcal 4%
Vitamin B2 0.34mg 0.285mg 4%
Choline 18.4mg 3%
Vitamin E 0.15mg 0.57mg 3%
Zinc 3.13mg 2.77mg 3%
Folate 9µg 19µg 3%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0µg 2%
Vitamin D 13IU 0IU 2%
Net carbs 3.1g 56.18g N/A
Sugar 1.23g 0.8g N/A
Sodium 16mg 12mg 0%
Vitamin K 1.8µg 2.2µg 0%
Tryptophan 0.208mg 0%
Threonine 0.424mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.456mg 0%
Leucine 0.848mg 0%
Lysine 0.465mg 0%
Methionine 0.24mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.7mg 0%
Valine 0.612mg 0%
Histidine 0.281mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
Mozzarella Barley
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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%
Mozzarella
33%
Barley
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
Mozzarella
110%
Barley

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Barley
Barley is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Barley
Barley is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.43g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Barley
Barley contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Barley
Barley is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.385g)
Which food is cheaper?
Barley
Barley is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Mozzarella - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167735/nutrients
  2. Barley - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170283/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.