Mozzarella vs. Melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between mozzarella and melon
- Mozzarella has more phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, vitamin B2, and vitamin A; however, melon is richer in vitamin C.
- Mozzarella covers your daily phosphorus needs 74% more than melon.
- Melon contains less cholesterol.
- Melon has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of melon is 62, while the glycemic index of mozzarella is 27.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Melons, casaba, raw.
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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 | +136.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +6545.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +4371.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +10380% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3825% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +91.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +36% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +122.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -43.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +996.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +12.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +142.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +93.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +103.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +38.9% |
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:
1.11 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
6.58 g
Water:
91.85 g
Other:
0.36 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2377.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +17000% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +566.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +112.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +84.1% |
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
0.025 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.039 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +242100% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1205.1% |
| 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.
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Phosphorus | 524mg | 5mg | 74% |
| Calcium | 731mg | 11mg | 72% |
| Protein | 27.5g | 1.11g | 53% |
| Saturated fat | 10.867g | 0.025g | 49% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 0µg | 38% |
| Selenium | 15.7µg | 0.4µg | 28% |
| Zinc | 3.13mg | 0.07mg | 28% |
| Fats | 17.1g | 0.1g | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 21.8mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.031mg | 24% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 0mg | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 137µg | 0µg | 15% |
| Calories | 280kcal | 28kcal | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.844g | 0.002g | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.163mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 11mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.9g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.06mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 0.039g | 3% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 182mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.035mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.084mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 13IU | 0IU | 2% |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 7.6mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.25mg | 0.34mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 0.232mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2.5µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.1g | 6.58g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.1g | 5.68g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.23g | 5.69g | N/A |
| Sodium | 16mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.015mg | 0% |
| Folate | 9µg | 8µg | 0% |
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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%
11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
7%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.46g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Melon contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.842g)
Which food is cheaper?
Melon is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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