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Mozzarella vs. Cassava — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between mozzarella and cassava

  • Mozzarella has more calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, vitamin B2, and vitamin A, while cassava has more vitamin C.
  • Mozzarella's daily need coverage for calcium is 71% higher.
  • The amount of cholesterol in cassava is lower.
  • Mozzarella has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of mozzarella is 27, while the glycemic index of cassava is 94.

The food types used in this comparison are Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Cassava, 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 15% 4.8% 24% 10% 33% 9.3% 12% 1.8% 50% 3.8%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +23.8%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +4468.8%
Contains more ZincZinc +820.6%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1840.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +2142.9%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +185.3%
Contains more CopperCopper +270.4%
Contains less SodiumSodium -12.5%
~equal in Iron ~0.27mg

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 69% 0.33% 3.8% 0% 22% 11% 16% 6.4% 20% 0% 4.8% 20% 13%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +13600%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +608.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +26.7%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +335%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +611.7%
Contains more FolateFolate +200%
Contains more CholineCholine +28.8%
~equal in Vitamin B6 ~0.088mg
~equal in Vitamin K ~1.9µg

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
38% 60%
Protein: 1.36 g
Fats: 0.28 g
Carbs: 38.06 g
Water: 59.68 g
Other: 0.62 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +1922.1%
Contains more FatsFats +6007.1%
Contains more OtherOther +287.1%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1127.7%
Contains more WaterWater +19.6%

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
38% 38% 24%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.074 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.075 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.048 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +6358.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +960.4%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -99.3%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mozzarella Cassava DV% diff.
Calcium 731mg 16mg 72%
Phosphorus 524mg 27mg 71%
Protein 27.5g 1.36g 52%
Saturated fat 10.867g 0.074g 49%
Vitamin B12 0.92µg 0µg 38%
Selenium 15.7µg 0.7µg 27%
Fats 17.1g 0.28g 26%
Zinc 3.13mg 0.34mg 25%
Vitamin C 0mg 20.6mg 23%
Vitamin B2 0.34mg 0.048mg 22%
Cholesterol 54mg 0mg 18%
Manganese 0.384mg 17%
Vitamin A 137µg 1µg 15%
Carbs 3.1g 38.06g 12%
Monounsaturated fat 4.844g 0.075g 12%
Copper 0.027mg 0.1mg 8%
Fiber 0g 1.8g 7%
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.087mg 6%
Calories 280kcal 160kcal 6%
Vitamin B3 0.12mg 0.854mg 5%
Potassium 95mg 271mg 5%
Folate 9µg 27µg 5%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.509g 0.048g 3%
Vitamin B5 0.107mg 2%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0µg 2%
Vitamin D 13IU 0IU 2%
Choline 18.4mg 23.7mg 1%
Vitamin B6 0.08mg 0.088mg 1%
Magnesium 26mg 21mg 1%
Net carbs 3.1g 36.26g N/A
Iron 0.25mg 0.27mg 0%
Sugar 1.23g 1.7g N/A
Sodium 16mg 14mg 0%
Vitamin E 0.15mg 0.19mg 0%
Vitamin K 1.8µg 1.9µg 0%
Tryptophan 0.019mg 0%
Threonine 0.028mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.027mg 0%
Leucine 0.039mg 0%
Lysine 0.044mg 0%
Methionine 0.011mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.026mg 0%
Valine 0.035mg 0%
Histidine 0.02mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Mozzarella Cassava
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
14%
Cassava
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
Mozzarella
16%
Cassava

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.47g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 67)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cassava
Cassava is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cassava
Cassava contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cassava
Cassava is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.793g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cassava
Cassava is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cassava
Cassava 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.

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. Cassava - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169985/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.