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Mozzarella vs. Macaroon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Mozzarella and Macaroon?

  • Mozzarella is richer in Calcium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B12, Zinc, Vitamin B2, and Selenium, while Macaroon is higher in Copper, and Fiber.
  • Mozzarella's daily need coverage for Calcium is 73% higher.
  • Macaroon is lower in Cholesterol.

We used Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Cookies, coconut macaroon 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.
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 21% 1.5% 11% 31% 90% 20% 29% 31% 0% 37%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +14520%
Contains more ZincZinc +328.8%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +670.6%
Contains less SodiumSodium -93.4%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +130.9%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +11.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +29.5%
Contains more IronIron +228%
Contains more CopperCopper +896.3%
~equal in Manganese ~mg

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% 31% 3% 9% 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 0% 0% 3.8% 0% 5% 14% 4.1% 0% 22% 0% 2.8% 2.3% 5%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +466.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +63.6%
Contains more FolateFolate +200%
Contains more CholineCholine +102.2%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +26.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +83.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +20%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin B1 ~0.02mg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~mg

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
3% 23% 61% 12% 2%
Protein: 3.02 g
Fats: 22.55 g
Carbs: 61.22 g
Water: 11.5 g
Other: 1.71 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +810.6%
Contains more WaterWater +333.9%
Contains more OtherOther +40.4%
Contains more FatsFats +31.9%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1874.8%

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
89% 7% 4%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 20.099 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 1.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.81 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -45.9%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +200.9%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +59.1%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mozzarella Macaroon Opinion
Calories 280kcal 460kcal Macaroon
Protein 27.5g 3.02g Mozzarella
Fats 17.1g 22.55g Macaroon
Net carbs 3.1g 56.12g Macaroon
Carbs 3.1g 61.22g Macaroon
Cholesterol 54mg 0mg Macaroon
Vitamin D 13IU 0IU Mozzarella
Magnesium 26mg 29mg Macaroon
Calcium 731mg 5mg Mozzarella
Potassium 95mg 123mg Macaroon
Iron 0.25mg 0.82mg Macaroon
Sugar 1.23g 45.16g Mozzarella
Fiber 0g 5.1g Macaroon
Copper 0.027mg 0.269mg Macaroon
Zinc 3.13mg 0.73mg Mozzarella
Phosphorus 524mg 68mg Mozzarella
Sodium 16mg 241mg Mozzarella
Vitamin A 517IU 0IU Mozzarella
Vitamin A 137µg 0µg Mozzarella
Vitamin E 0.15mg 0.19mg Macaroon
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0µg Mozzarella
Selenium 15.7µg 6.8µg Mozzarella
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.02mg
Vitamin B2 0.34mg 0.06mg Mozzarella
Vitamin B3 0.12mg 0.22mg Macaroon
Vitamin B6 0.08mg 0.096mg Macaroon
Vitamin B12 0.92µg 0µg Mozzarella
Vitamin K 1.8µg 1.1µg Mozzarella
Folate 9µg 3µg Mozzarella
Choline 18.4mg 9.1mg Mozzarella
Saturated Fat 10.867g 20.099g Mozzarella
Monounsaturated Fat 4.844g 1.61g Mozzarella
Polyunsaturated fat 0.509g 0.81g Macaroon

Which food is preferable for your diet?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
Mozzarella Macaroon
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
22%
Mozzarella
5%
Macaroon
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
Mozzarella
27%
Macaroon

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 43.93g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 225mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 9.232g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Macaroon
Macaroon is cheaper (difference - $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.

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. Macaroon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171847/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.