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Mozzarella vs. Lime — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between mozzarella and lime?

  • Mozzarella is richer in phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, and vitamin B2, while lime is higher in vitamin C and fiber.
  • Mozzarella's daily need coverage for phosphorus is 72% higher.
  • Lime is lower in cholesterol.

We used Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Limes, raw 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%
Lime
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 4.3% 9.9% 9% 23% 22% 3% 7.7% 0.26% 1% 2.2%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +333.3%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +2115.2%
Contains more ZincZinc +2745.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +2811.1%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +3825%
Contains more IronIron +140%
Contains more CopperCopper +140.7%
Contains less SodiumSodium -87.5%
~equal in Potassium ~102mg

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%
Lime
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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 97% 0.67% 4.4% 0% 7.5% 4.6% 3.8% 13% 9.9% 0% 1.5% 6% 2.8%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +6750%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +1600%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +86%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +200%
Contains more FolateFolate +12.5%
Contains more CholineCholine +260.8%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +46.7%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +50%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +66.7%

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
Lime
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11% 88%
Protein: 0.7 g
Fats: 0.2 g
Carbs: 10.54 g
Water: 88.26 g
Other: 0.3 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +3828.6%
Contains more FatsFats +8450%
Contains more OtherOther +700%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +240%
Contains more WaterWater +76.9%

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
Lime
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23% 20% 57%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.022 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.019 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.055 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +25394.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +825.5%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -99.8%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mozzarella Lime DV% diff.
Phosphorus 524mg 18mg 72%
Calcium 731mg 33mg 70%
Protein 27.5g 0.7g 54%
Saturated fat 10.867g 0.022g 49%
Vitamin B12 0.92µg 0µg 38%
Vitamin C 0mg 29.1mg 32%
Selenium 15.7µg 0.4µg 28%
Zinc 3.13mg 0.11mg 27%
Fats 17.1g 0.2g 26%
Vitamin B2 0.34mg 0.02mg 25%
Cholesterol 54mg 0mg 18%
Vitamin A 137µg 2µg 15%
Calories 280kcal 30kcal 13%
Monounsaturated fat 4.844g 0.019g 12%
Fiber 0g 2.8g 11%
Magnesium 26mg 6mg 5%
Copper 0.027mg 0.065mg 4%
Iron 0.25mg 0.6mg 4%
Vitamin B5 0.217mg 4%
Vitamin B6 0.08mg 0.043mg 3%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.509g 0.055g 3%
Carbs 3.1g 10.54g 2%
Vitamin D 13IU 0IU 2%
Choline 18.4mg 5.1mg 2%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0µg 2%
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.03mg 1%
Vitamin B3 0.12mg 0.2mg 1%
Sodium 16mg 2mg 1%
Vitamin K 1.8µg 0.6µg 1%
Net carbs 3.1g 7.74g N/A
Potassium 95mg 102mg 0%
Sugar 1.23g 1.69g N/A
Vitamin E 0.15mg 0.22mg 0%
Manganese 0.008mg 0%
Folate 9µg 8µg 0%
Tryptophan 0.003mg 0%
Lysine 0.014mg 0%
Methionine 0.002mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
Mozzarella Lime
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%
Lime
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
Mozzarella
8%
Lime

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.46g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lime
Lime is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lime
Lime contains less Sodium (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lime
Lime is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.845g)
Which food is cheaper?
Lime
Lime is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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. Lime - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168155/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.