Mozzarella vs. Brie — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Mozzarella and Brie
- Mozzarella has more Calcium, Phosphorus, and Zinc, however, Brie is higher in Vitamin B12, Folate, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin B6.
- Mozzarella covers your daily need of Calcium 55% more than Brie.
- Mozzarella has 3 times more Phosphorus than Brie. While Mozzarella has 524mg of Phosphorus, Brie has only 188mg.
- Mozzarella has less Saturated Fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Cheese, brie.
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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 | +30% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +297.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +42.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +31.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +178.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +60% |
| Contains more IronIron | +100% |
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 CholineCholine | +19.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +14.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +250% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +52.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +216.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +193.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +79.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +27.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +622.2% |
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:
20.75 g
Fats:
27.68 g
Carbs:
0.45 g
Water:
48.42 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +32.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +588.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +61.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +12.5% |
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Water
~48.42g
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
17.41 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.013 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.826 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -37.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +65.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +62.3% |
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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 280kcal | 334kcal |
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| Protein | 27.5g | 20.75g |
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| Fats | 17.1g | 27.68g |
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| Net carbs | 3.1g | 0.45g |
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| Carbs | 3.1g | 0.45g |
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| Cholesterol | 54mg | 100mg |
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| Vitamin D | 13IU | 20IU |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 20mg |
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| Calcium | 731mg | 184mg |
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| Potassium | 95mg | 152mg |
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| Iron | 0.25mg | 0.5mg |
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| Sugar | 1.23g | 0.45g |
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| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.019mg |
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| Zinc | 3.13mg | 2.38mg |
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| Phosphorus | 524mg | 188mg |
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| Sodium | 16mg | 629mg |
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| Vitamin A | 517IU | 592IU |
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| Vitamin A | 137µg | 174µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.24mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0.5µg |
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| Manganese | 0.034mg |
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| Selenium | 15.7µg | 14.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.07mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.52mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.69mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.235mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 1.65µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2.3µg |
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| Folate | 9µg | 65µg |
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| Choline | 18.4mg | 15.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 10.867g | 17.41g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.844g | 8.013g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 0.826g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.322mg |
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| Threonine | 0.751mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.015mg |
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| Leucine | 1.929mg |
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| Lysine | 1.851mg |
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| Methionine | 0.592mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.158mg |
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| Valine | 1.34mg |
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| Histidine | 0.716mg |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low 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
22%
43%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mozzarella is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 46mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 613mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Mozzarella is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.543g)
Which food is cheaper?
Mozzarella is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Brie is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.78g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Brie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brie is relatively richer in vitamins
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.