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Mozzarella vs. Buckwheat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between mozzarella and buckwheat?

  • Mozzarella is higher in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B2, and zinc, yet buckwheat is higher in copper and fiber.
  • Mozzarella's daily need coverage for calcium is 72% more.
  • The amount of cholesterol in buckwheat is lower.
  • The glycemic index of mozzarella is lower.

We used Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Buckwheat groats, roasted, cooked types 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.
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 36% 2.1% 7.8% 30% 49% 17% 30% 0.52% 53% 12%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +10342.9%
Contains more ZincZinc +413.1%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +648.6%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +613.6%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +96.2%
Contains more IronIron +220%
Contains more CopperCopper +440.7%
Contains less SodiumSodium -75%
~equal in Potassium ~88mg

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% 1.8% 0% 10% 9% 18% 22% 18% 0% 4.8% 11% 11%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +66.7%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +771.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +100%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +683.3%
Contains more FolateFolate +55.6%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin B6 ~0.077mg
~equal in Vitamin K ~1.9µg
~equal in Choline ~20.1mg

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
3% 20% 76%
Protein: 3.38 g
Fats: 0.62 g
Carbs: 19.94 g
Water: 75.63 g
Other: 0.43 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +713.6%
Contains more FatsFats +2658.1%
Contains more OtherOther +458.1%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +543.2%
Contains more WaterWater +51.6%

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
26% 37% 37%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.134 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.188 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.188 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +2476.6%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +170.7%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -98.8%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mozzarella Buckwheat DV% diff.
Calcium 731mg 7mg 72%
Phosphorus 524mg 70mg 65%
Saturated fat 10.867g 0.134g 49%
Protein 27.5g 3.38g 48%
Vitamin B12 0.92µg 0µg 38%
Selenium 15.7µg 2.2µg 25%
Fats 17.1g 0.62g 25%
Zinc 3.13mg 0.61mg 23%
Vitamin B2 0.34mg 0.039mg 23%
Cholesterol 54mg 0mg 18%
Manganese 0.403mg 18%
Vitamin A 137µg 0µg 15%
Copper 0.027mg 0.146mg 13%
Monounsaturated fat 4.844g 0.188g 12%
Fiber 0g 2.7g 11%
Calories 280kcal 92kcal 9%
Iron 0.25mg 0.8mg 7%
Vitamin B5 0.359mg 7%
Magnesium 26mg 51mg 6%
Carbs 3.1g 19.94g 6%
Vitamin B3 0.12mg 0.94mg 5%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.509g 0.188g 2%
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.04mg 2%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0µg 2%
Vitamin D 13IU 0IU 2%
Folate 9µg 14µg 1%
Sodium 16mg 4mg 1%
Net carbs 3.1g 17.24g N/A
Potassium 95mg 88mg 0%
Sugar 1.23g 0.9g N/A
Vitamin E 0.15mg 0.09mg 0%
Vitamin B6 0.08mg 0.077mg 0%
Vitamin K 1.8µg 1.9µg 0%
Choline 18.4mg 20.1mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.049mg 0%
Threonine 0.129mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.127mg 0%
Leucine 0.212mg 0%
Lysine 0.172mg 0%
Methionine 0.044mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.133mg 0%
Valine 0.173mg 0%
Histidine 0.079mg 0%
Fructose 0.1g 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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

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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%
Mozzarella
8%
Buckwheat
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
Mozzarella
24%
Buckwheat

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is cheaper?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Buckwheat
Buckwheat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Buckwheat
Buckwheat is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.33g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Buckwheat
Buckwheat contains less Sodium (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Buckwheat
Buckwheat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.733g)
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. Buckwheat - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170686/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.