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Mozzarella vs. Beefsteak raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between mozzarella and beefsteak raw

  • Mozzarella has more calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin B2, while beefsteak raw has more vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, selenium, iron, and zinc.
  • Beefsteak raw's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 74% higher.
  • Beefsteak raw contains 146 times less calcium than mozzarella. Mozzarella contains 731mg of calcium, while beefsteak raw contains 5mg.
  • The amount of saturated fat in beefsteak raw is lower.
  • Beefsteak raw has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of beefsteak raw is 0, while the glycemic index of mozzarella is 27.

The food types used in this comparison are Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Beef, loin, top sirloin cap steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw.

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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%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 18% 1.5% 33% 75% 26% 145% 94% 7.2% 0% 152%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +14520%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +138.2%
Contains less SodiumSodium -70.9%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +294.7%
Contains more IronIron +700%
Contains more CopperCopper +192.6%
Contains more ZincZinc +69.3%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +77.7%
~equal in Magnesium ~25mg
~equal in Manganese ~mg

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%
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% 0.67% 0% 1.5% 19% 42% 95% 0% 125% 336% 3.8% 2.3% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +6750%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +200%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +86.8%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +20%
Contains more FolateFolate +200%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +275%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +4106.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +578.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +192.4%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~mg

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
21% 5% 73%
Protein: 21.38 g
Fats: 5.36 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 72.93 g
Other: 0.33 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +28.6%
Contains more FatsFats +219%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +627.3%
Contains more WaterWater +46.2%

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
42% 53% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.875 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.354 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.189 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +105.8%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +169.3%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -82.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mozzarella Beefsteak raw DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 0.92µg 2.69µg 74%
Calcium 731mg 5mg 73%
Phosphorus 524mg 220mg 43%
Saturated fat 10.867g 1.875g 41%
Vitamin B6 0.08mg 0.543mg 36%
Vitamin B3 0.12mg 5.048mg 31%
Iron 0.25mg 2mg 22%
Selenium 15.7µg 27.9µg 22%
Zinc 3.13mg 5.3mg 20%
Fats 17.1g 5.36g 18%
Vitamin A 137µg 2µg 15%
Protein 27.5g 21.38g 12%
Vitamin B2 0.34mg 0.182mg 12%
Potassium 95mg 375mg 8%
Calories 280kcal 134kcal 7%
Copper 0.027mg 0.079mg 6%
Monounsaturated fat 4.844g 2.354g 6%
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.075mg 5%
Cholesterol 54mg 67mg 4%
Choline 18.4mg 3%
Sodium 16mg 55mg 2%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.509g 0.189g 2%
Folate 9µg 3µg 2%
Vitamin E 0.15mg 1%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0.1µg 1%
Vitamin D 13IU 3IU 1%
Carbs 3.1g 0g 1%
Net carbs 3.1g 0g N/A
Magnesium 26mg 25mg 0%
Sugar 1.23g 0g N/A
Vitamin K 1.8µg 1.5µg 0%
Trans fat 0.253g N/A
Tryptophan 0.262mg 0%
Threonine 1.099mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.09mg 0%
Leucine 2.011mg 0%
Lysine 2.247mg 0%
Methionine 0.621mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.931mg 0%
Valine 1.152mg 0%
Histidine 0.868mg 0%
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.008g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.007g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.142g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
Mozzarella Beefsteak raw
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
48%
Beefsteak raw
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
Mozzarella
55%
Beefsteak raw

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 39mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.23g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.992g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is relatively richer in minerals
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. Beefsteak raw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172173/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.