Mozzarella vs. Lamb — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are mozzarella and lamb different?
- Mozzarella is higher in calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin A; however, lamb is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B3, iron, selenium, choline, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for calcium for mozzarella is 71% higher.
- Mozzarella has less cholesterol.
- Lamb has a lower glycemic index (0) than mozzarella (27).
Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Lamb, domestic, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked are the varieties used 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +13% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +4200% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +178.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -77.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +226.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +652% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +340.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +42.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +68.2% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +36% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +5450% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +62.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +177.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +155.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +409.2% |
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:
24.52 g
Fats:
20.94 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
53.72 g
Other:
0.82 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +192.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +22.5% |
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Water
~53.72g
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
8.83 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.82 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.51 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -18.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +82.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +196.7% |
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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| Calcium | 731mg | 17mg | 71% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 2.55µg | 68% |
| Phosphorus | 524mg | 188mg | 48% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 6.66mg | 41% |
| Iron | 0.25mg | 1.88mg | 20% |
| Selenium | 15.7µg | 26.4µg | 19% |
| Vitamin A | 137µg | 0µg | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 97mg | 14% |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 93.7mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.66mg | 13% | |
| Zinc | 3.13mg | 4.46mg | 12% |
| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.119mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.844g | 8.82g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 10.867g | 8.83g | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 1.51g | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.25mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.1mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 310mg | 6% |
| Fats | 17.1g | 20.94g | 6% |
| Protein | 27.5g | 24.52g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.13mg | 4% |
| Folate | 9µg | 18µg | 2% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 72mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 4.6µg | 2% |
| Calories | 280kcal | 294kcal | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 23mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 13IU | 2IU | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.1g | 0g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.1g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.23g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.14mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.287mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.05mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.183mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.908mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.166mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.629mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.998mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.323mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.777mg | 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
23%
52%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
52%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mozzarella is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 43mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 56mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Mozzarella is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lamb is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.23g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lamb is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.037g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lamb is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lamb is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lamb is relatively richer in vitamins