Mozzarella vs. Cheese sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between mozzarella and cheese sandwich
- Mozzarella has more calcium, vitamin B1,2, zinc, and phosphorus; however, cheese sandwich is richer in iron, vitamin B1, and vitamin B3.
- Mozzarella covers your daily calcium needs 53% more than cheese sandwich.
- Cheese sandwich has 8 times less cholesterol than mozzarella. Mozzarella has 54mg of cholesterol, while cheese sandwich has 7mg.
- Cheese sandwich has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of cheese sandwich is 54, while the glycemic index of mozzarella is 27.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Crackers, wheat, sandwich, with cheese filling.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +258.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +259.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +37.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +107.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +222.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +948% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +492.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +54.8% |
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 | +552.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +666.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1690% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +25.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2554.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +226.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +611.1% |
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:
9.8 g
Fats:
25 g
Carbs:
58.2 g
Water:
3.2 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +180.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1459.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +46.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1777.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +58.3% |
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
4.129 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.351 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.166 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -62% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +113.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1700.8% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 9.166g | 58% |
| Calcium | 731mg | 204mg | 53% |
| Manganese | 1.083mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 16mg | 839mg | 36% |
| Protein | 27.5g | 9.8g | 35% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 0.12µg | 33% |
| Saturated fat | 10.867g | 4.129g | 31% |
| Iron | 0.25mg | 2.62mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.358mg | 28% |
| Zinc | 3.13mg | 0.87mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 524mg | 382mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 3.185mg | 19% |
| Carbs | 3.1g | 58.2g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 7mg | 16% |
| Selenium | 15.7µg | 24.3µg | 16% |
| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.16mg | 15% |
| Folate | 9µg | 64µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.261mg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.844g | 10.351g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 137µg | 21µg | 13% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.1g | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.622mg | 12% | |
| Fats | 17.1g | 25g | 12% |
| Calories | 280kcal | 497kcal | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.427mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 54mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 306mg | 6% |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 13IU | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.5mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 3.1g | 55.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.23g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.13mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.298mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.383mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.698mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.344mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.167mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.472mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.438mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.219mg | 0% |
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
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32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 823mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 47mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.23g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.738g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cheese sandwich is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheese sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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