Mozzarella vs. Cream cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Mozzarella and Cream cheese
- Mozzarella is richer in Calcium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B12, Zinc, Selenium, and Vitamin B2, yet Cream cheese is richer in Vitamin A.
- Daily need coverage for Calcium from Mozzarella is 63% higher.
- Mozzarella contains 6 times more Zinc than Cream cheese. Mozzarella contains 3.13mg of Zinc, while Cream cheese contains 0.5mg.
- Mozzarella contains less Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Cheese, cream.
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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 | +653.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +127.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +50% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +526% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +389.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +82.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +38.9% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +47.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +31.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +318.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +114.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +473.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +15% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +16.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +47.8% |
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:
6.15 g
Fats:
34.44 g
Carbs:
5.52 g
Water:
52.62 g
Other:
1.27 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +347.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +89% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +101.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +78.1% |
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Water
~52.62g
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
20.213 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.907 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.483 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -46.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +83.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +191.4% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 280kcal | 350kcal |
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| Protein | 27.5g | 6.15g |
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| Fats | 17.1g | 34.44g |
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| Net carbs | 3.1g | 5.52g |
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| Carbs | 3.1g | 5.52g |
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| Cholesterol | 54mg | 101mg |
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| Vitamin D | 13IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 9mg |
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| Calcium | 731mg | 97mg |
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| Potassium | 95mg | 132mg |
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| Iron | 0.25mg | 0.11mg |
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| Sugar | 1.23g | 3.76g |
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| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.018mg |
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| Zinc | 3.13mg | 0.5mg |
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| Starch | 0.35g |
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| Phosphorus | 524mg | 107mg |
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| Sodium | 16mg | 314mg |
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| Vitamin A | 517IU | 1111IU |
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| Vitamin A | 137µg | 308µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.86mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.011mg |
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| Selenium | 15.7µg | 8.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.023mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.23mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 0.091mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.517mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.056mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 0.22µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2.1µg |
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| Folate | 9µg | 9µg | |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 27.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 10.867g | 20.213g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.844g | 8.907g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 1.483g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.069mg |
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| Threonine | 0.233mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.324mg |
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| Leucine | 0.657mg |
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| Lysine | 0.567mg |
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| Methionine | 0.191mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.291mg |
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| Valine | 0.395mg |
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| Histidine | 0.175mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.02g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.036g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.807g |
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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%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
21%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mozzarella is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 47mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.53g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 298mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Mozzarella is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 9.346g)
Which food is cheaper?
Mozzarella is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mozzarella is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cream cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
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.