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Mozzarella vs. Cheesecake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between mozzarella and cheesecake

  • Mozzarella is richer in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, and vitamin B2, yet cheesecake is richer in choline.
  • Daily need coverage for calcium for mozzarella is 68% higher.
  • Mozzarella contains 6 times more zinc than cheesecake. Mozzarella contains 3.13mg of zinc, while cheesecake contains 0.51mg.
  • Cheesecake contains less saturated fat.
  • Mozzarella has a lower glycemic index than cheesecake.

Food types used in this article are Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Cheesecake commercially prepared.

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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 7.9% 15% 7.9% 24% 6.7% 14% 40% 57% 18% 28%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +136.4%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +1333.3%
Contains more CopperCopper +35%
Contains more ZincZinc +513.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +463.4%
Contains less SodiumSodium -96.3%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +201.9%
Contains more IronIron +152%
~equal in Potassium ~90mg

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 1.3% 53% 11% 7.5% 7% 45% 3.7% 34% 12% 21% 11% 14% 25%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +76.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +53.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +441.2%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +16.1%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +273.3%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +66.7%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +40%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +62.5%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +144.4%
Contains more FolateFolate +100%
Contains more CholineCholine +149.5%

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
6% 23% 26% 46%
Protein: 5.5 g
Fats: 22.5 g
Carbs: 25.5 g
Water: 45.6 g
Other: 0.9 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +400%
Contains more OtherOther +166.7%
Contains more FatsFats +31.6%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +722.6%
~equal in Water ~45.6g

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
49% 43% 8%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 9.921 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.634 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.602 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +78.2%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +214.7%
~equal in Saturated fat ~9.921g

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mozzarella Cheesecake DV% diff.
Calcium 731mg 51mg 68%
Phosphorus 524mg 93mg 62%
Protein 27.5g 5.5g 44%
Vitamin B12 0.92µg 0.17µg 31%
Zinc 3.13mg 0.51mg 24%
Selenium 15.7µg 5.2µg 19%
Sodium 16mg 438mg 18%
Vitamin B2 0.34mg 0.193mg 11%
Vitamin B5 0.571mg 11%
Monounsaturated fat 4.844g 8.634g 9%
Fats 17.1g 22.5g 8%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.509g 1.602g 7%
Carbs 3.1g 25.5g 7%
Manganese 0.14mg 6%
Choline 18.4mg 45.9mg 5%
Iron 0.25mg 0.63mg 5%
Magnesium 26mg 11mg 4%
Saturated fat 10.867g 9.921g 4%
Vitamin E 0.15mg 0.56mg 3%
Vitamin B6 0.08mg 0.052mg 2%
Vitamin K 1.8µg 4.4µg 2%
Folate 9µg 18µg 2%
Calories 280kcal 321kcal 2%
Vitamin A 137µg 159µg 2%
Fiber 0g 0.4g 2%
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.028mg 1%
Vitamin D 13IU 18IU 1%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0.5µg 1%
Copper 0.027mg 0.02mg 1%
Vitamin C 0mg 0.4mg 0%
Net carbs 3.1g 25.1g N/A
Cholesterol 54mg 55mg 0%
Potassium 95mg 90mg 0%
Sugar 1.23g 21.8g N/A
Vitamin B3 0.12mg 0.195mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.064mg 0%
Threonine 0.222mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.281mg 0%
Leucine 0.464mg 0%
Lysine 0.372mg 0%
Methionine 0.136mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.258mg 0%
Valine 0.314mg 0%
Histidine 0.133mg 0%
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.005g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Mozzarella Cheesecake
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
19%
Cheesecake
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
Mozzarella
22%
Cheesecake

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 20.57g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 422mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cheesecake
Cheesecake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.946g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cheesecake
Cheesecake is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheesecake
Cheesecake is relatively richer in vitamins

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. Cheesecake - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172711/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.