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Mozzarella vs. Icing — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between mozzarella and icing?

  • Mozzarella is higher in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, and vitamin A, yet icing is higher in vitamin K and vitamin E.
  • Mozzarella's daily need coverage for calcium is 73% more.
  • The amount of cholesterol in icing is lower.
  • The glycemic index of mozzarella is lower.

We used Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Frostings, vanilla, creamy, ready-to-eat types in this article.

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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%
Icing
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0.71% 0.9% 3% 6% 0% 1.9% 7.7% 24% 0% 0.55%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +2500%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +24266.7%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +179.4%
Contains more IronIron +56.3%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +4371.4%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +2811.1%
Contains less SodiumSodium -91.3%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +15600%
~equal in Manganese ~0mg

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%
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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% 31% 0% 2.5% 70% 4.1% 3.3% 0% 0% 33% 6% 1.3%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +100%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +12.6%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +12.5%
Contains more CholineCholine +700%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +920%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +83.3%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +622.2%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

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
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16% 68% 15%
Protein: 0 g
Fats: 16.23 g
Carbs: 67.89 g
Water: 15.07 g
Other: 0.81 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +∞%
Contains more WaterWater +231.1%
Contains more OtherOther +196.3%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +2090%
~equal in Fats ~16.23g

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
Icing
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19% 31% 50%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.974 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 4.86 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 7.951 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -72.6%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1462.1%
~equal in Monounsaturated fat ~4.86g

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mozzarella Icing DV% diff.
Calcium 731mg 3mg 73%
Phosphorus 524mg 18mg 72%
Protein 27.5g 0g 55%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.509g 7.951g 50%
Vitamin B12 0.92µg 0µg 38%
Saturated fat 10.867g 2.974g 36%
Zinc 3.13mg 0.07mg 28%
Selenium 15.7µg 0.1µg 28%
Carbs 3.1g 67.89g 22%
Cholesterol 54mg 0mg 18%
Vitamin A 137µg 0µg 15%
Vitamin E 0.15mg 1.53mg 9%
Vitamin K 1.8µg 13µg 9%
Calories 280kcal 418kcal 7%
Sodium 16mg 184mg 7%
Magnesium 26mg 1mg 6%
Vitamin B6 0.08mg 0mg 6%
Copper 0.027mg 0mg 3%
Choline 18.4mg 2.3mg 3%
Vitamin B2 0.34mg 0.302mg 3%
Vitamin D 13IU 0IU 2%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0µg 2%
Potassium 95mg 34mg 2%
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.01mg 1%
Vitamin B3 0.12mg 0.22mg 1%
Vitamin B5 0.055mg 1%
Iron 0.25mg 0.16mg 1%
Fats 17.1g 16.23g 1%
Net carbs 3.1g 67.89g N/A
Sugar 1.23g 63.1g N/A
Folate 9µg 8µg 0%
Monounsaturated fat 4.844g 4.86g 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Mozzarella Icing
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
12%
Icing
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
Mozzarella
4%
Icing

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 61.87g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 168mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Icing
Icing is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Icing
Icing is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.893g)
Which food is cheaper?
Icing
Icing is cheaper (difference - $2)

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. Icing - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169620/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.