Mozzarella vs. Camembert — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mozzarella and camembert
- Mozzarella is richer in calcium, phosphorus, and zinc, yet camembert is richer in vitamin B12, folate, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, and vitamin A.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for camembert is 36% higher.
- Mozzarella contains 2 times more calcium than camembert. Mozzarella contains 731mg of calcium, while camembert contains 388mg.
- Mozzarella contains less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Cheese, camembert.
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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 | +88.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +28.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +31.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +51% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +96.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +32% |
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 | +75.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +43.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +425% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +183.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +41.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +11.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +588.9% |
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:
19.8 g
Fats:
24.26 g
Carbs:
0.46 g
Water:
51.8 g
Other:
3.68 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +38.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +573.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +41.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +53.3% |
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Water
~51.8g
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
15.259 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.023 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.724 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -28.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +45% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +42.2% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 16mg | 842mg | 36% |
| Calcium | 731mg | 388mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.364mg | 27% | |
| Phosphorus | 524mg | 347mg | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 10.867g | 15.259g | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 1.3µg | 16% |
| Protein | 27.5g | 19.8g | 15% |
| Folate | 9µg | 62µg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 137µg | 241µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.488mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.227mg | 11% |
| Fats | 17.1g | 24.26g | 11% |
| Zinc | 3.13mg | 2.38mg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 72mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.844g | 7.023g | 5% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 187mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 0.63mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.038mg | 2% | |
| Selenium | 15.7µg | 14.5µg | 2% |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 15.4mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 0.724g | 1% |
| Calories | 280kcal | 300kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.028mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0.4µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.021mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.1g | 0.46g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 13IU | 18IU | 1% |
| Iron | 0.25mg | 0.33mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.1g | 0.46g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.23g | 0.46g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.21mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.307mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.717mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.968mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.84mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.766mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.565mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.105mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.279mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.683mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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%
45%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
57%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mozzarella is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 18mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 826mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mozzarella is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.392g)
Which food is cheaper?
Mozzarella is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Camembert is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.77g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Camembert is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (27)
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.