Mozzarella vs. Sponge cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between mozzarella and sponge cake
- Mozzarella has more calcium, phosphorus, zinc, and vitamin B12, while sponge cake has more iron, vitamin B1, and folate.
- Mozzarella's daily need coverage for calcium is 69% higher.
- Sponge cake contains 8 times less saturated fat than mozzarella. Mozzarella contains 10.867g of saturated fat, while sponge cake contains 1.301g.
- Mozzarella has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of mozzarella is 27, while the glycemic index of sponge cake is 46.
The food types used in this comparison are Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Cake, sponge, prepared from recipe.
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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 | +188.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1640.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +430.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +424% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +48.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +532% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +107.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +17.8% |
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 | +77.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +13% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +35.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +148.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +695% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +903.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +333.3% |
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:
7.3 g
Fats:
4.3 g
Carbs:
57.7 g
Water:
29.4 g
Other:
1.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +276.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +297.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +69.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +84.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1761.3% |
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
1.301 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.576 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.649 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +207.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -88% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +27.5% |
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 | 42mg | 69% |
| Phosphorus | 524mg | 100mg | 61% |
| Saturated fat | 10.867g | 1.301g | 43% |
| Protein | 27.5g | 7.3g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 170mg | 39% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 0.37µg | 23% |
| Zinc | 3.13mg | 0.59mg | 23% |
| Fats | 17.1g | 4.3g | 20% |
| Carbs | 3.1g | 57.7g | 18% |
| Iron | 0.25mg | 1.58mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.159mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.546mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 16mg | 228mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.844g | 1.576g | 8% |
| Folate | 9µg | 39µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 1.204mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 137µg | 77µg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.167mg | 7% | |
| Selenium | 15.7µg | 18.5µg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 9mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.301mg | 3% |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 3% | |
| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.056mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 13IU | 2% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.059mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 0.649g | 1% |
| Calories | 280kcal | 297kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 95mg | 141mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.1g | 57.7g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.23g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.089mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.308mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.35mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.59mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.418mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.192mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.374mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.395mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.172mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.015g | 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%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sponge cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.23g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sponge cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.566g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sponge cake is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mozzarella is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 116mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 212mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mozzarella 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.