Mozzarella vs. McDonald's Big Mac — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Mozzarella and McDonald's Big Mac
- Mozzarella is richer in Calcium, Phosphorus, Zinc, and Vitamin B2, yet McDonald's Big Mac is richer in Iron, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B1, and Folate.
- Daily need coverage for Calcium from Mozzarella is 61% higher.
- Mozzarella contains 4 times more Phosphorus than McDonald's Big Mac. Mozzarella contains 524mg of Phosphorus, while McDonald's Big Mac contains 122mg.
- McDonald's Big Mac contains less Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and McDONALD'S, BIG MAC.
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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.
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Calcium
+530.2%
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Magnesium
+30%
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Phosphorus
+329.5%
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Sodium
-96.5%
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Zinc
+63.9%
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Iron
+700%
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Potassium
+90.5%
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Copper
+263%
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Calcium
+530.2%
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Magnesium
+30%
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Phosphorus
+329.5%
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Sodium
-96.5%
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Zinc
+63.9%
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Iron
+700%
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Potassium
+90.5%
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Copper
+263%
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.
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Vitamin A
+175%
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Vitamin B2
+62.7%
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Vitamin C
+∞%
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Vitamin B1
+780%
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Vitamin B3
+2720%
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Folate
+411.1%
Equal in Vitamin B12 - 0.88
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Vitamin A
+175%
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Vitamin B2
+62.7%
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Vitamin C
+∞%
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Vitamin B1
+780%
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Vitamin B3
+2720%
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Folate
+411.1%
Equal in Vitamin B12 - 0.88
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+132.7%
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Fats
+14.3%
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+30.4%
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Carbs
+547.7%
Equal in Water - 51.3
Protein:
27.5 g
Fats:
17.1 g
Carbs:
3.1 g
Water:
49.9 g
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2.4 g
Protein:
11.82 g
Fats:
14.96 g
Carbs:
20.08 g
Water:
51.3 g
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1.84 g
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Protein
+132.7%
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Fats
+14.3%
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+30.4%
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Carbs
+547.7%
Equal in Water - 51.3
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Monounsaturated Fat
+39.4%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+66.3%
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Saturated Fat
-65%
Saturated Fat:
10.867 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
4.844 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
0.509 g
Saturated Fat:
3.803 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
3.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
0.306 g
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Monounsaturated Fat
+39.4%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+66.3%
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Saturated Fat
-65%
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 3.1g | 18.48g |
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| Protein | 27.5g | 11.82g |
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| Fats | 17.1g | 14.96g |
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| Carbs | 3.1g | 20.08g |
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| Calories | 280kcal | 257kcal |
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| Fructose | 1.69g |
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| Sugar | 1.23g | 3.97g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 1.6g |
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| Calcium | 731mg | 116mg |
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| Iron | 0.25mg | 2mg |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 20mg |
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| Phosphorus | 524mg | 122mg |
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| Potassium | 95mg | 181mg |
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| Sodium | 16mg | 460mg |
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| Zinc | 3.13mg | 1.91mg |
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| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.098mg |
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| Manganese | 0.206mg |
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| Selenium | 15.7µg |
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| Vitamin A | 517IU | 188IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 137µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.15mg |
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| Vitamin D | 13IU |
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| Vitamin D | 0.3µg |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.176mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.209mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 3.384mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg |
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| Folate | 9µg | 46µg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 0.88µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.8µg |
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| Cholesterol | 54mg | 36mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.588g |
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| Saturated Fat | 10.867g | 3.803g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.844g | 3.474g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 0.306g |
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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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.74g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 444mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McDonald's Big Mac is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
McDonald's Big Mac is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 7.064g)
Which food is cheaper?
McDonald's Big Mac is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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