Mozzarella vs. Cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Mozzarella and Cheese?
- Mozzarella is richer in Phosphorus, while Cheese is higher in Selenium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B12, and Vitamin B2.
- Cheese's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 40% higher.
- Mozzarella is lower in Saturated Fat.
We used Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Cheese, cheddar types in this comparison.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +25% |
| Contains more IronIron | +78.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +11.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +16.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +81.5% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +103.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +21.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +11.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +140.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +373.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +45% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +25.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +19.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +33.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
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:
22.87 g
Fats:
33.31 g
Carbs:
3.09 g
Water:
37.02 g
Other:
3.71 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +20.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +34.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +94.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +54.6% |
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Carbs
~3.09g
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
18.867 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
9.246 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.421 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -42.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +90.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +179.2% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 280kcal | 404kcal |
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| Protein | 27.5g | 22.87g |
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| Fats | 17.1g | 33.31g |
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| Net carbs | 3.1g | 3.09g |
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| Carbs | 3.1g | 3.09g |
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| Cholesterol | 54mg | 99mg |
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| Vitamin D | 13IU | 24IU |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 27mg |
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| Calcium | 731mg | 710mg |
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| Potassium | 95mg | 76mg |
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| Iron | 0.25mg | 0.14mg |
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| Sugar | 1.23g | 0.48g |
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| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.03mg |
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| Zinc | 3.13mg | 3.64mg |
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| Phosphorus | 524mg | 455mg |
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| Sodium | 16mg | 653mg |
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| Vitamin A | 517IU | 1242IU |
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| Vitamin A | 137µg | 330µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.71mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0.6µg |
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| Manganese | 0.027mg |
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| Selenium | 15.7µg | 28.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.029mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.428mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 0.059mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.41mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.066mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 1.1µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2.4µg |
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| Folate | 9µg | 27µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.917g |
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| Choline | 18.4mg | 16.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 10.867g | 18.867g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.844g | 9.246g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 1.421g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.547mg |
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| Threonine | 1.044mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.206mg |
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| Leucine | 1.939mg |
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| Lysine | 1.025mg |
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| Methionine | 0.547mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.074mg |
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| Valine | 1.404mg |
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| Histidine | 0.547mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.017g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g |
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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
22%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
79%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mozzarella is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 45mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 637mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Mozzarella is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 8g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.75g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheese is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)
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.