Mozzarella vs. Neufchâtel cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are mozzarella and neufchâtel cheese different?
- Mozzarella is richer in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, and vitamin B2, while neufchâtel cheese is higher in vitamin A.
- Mozzarella covers your daily need for calcium, 61% more than neufchâtel cheese.
- Mozzarella contains 5 times more selenium than neufchâtel cheese. Mozzarella contains 15.7µg of selenium, while neufchâtel cheese contains 3µg.
- Mozzarella is lower in saturated fat.
Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Cheese, neufchatel types were 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 | +160% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +524.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +92.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +281.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +279.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +423.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +60% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +119.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +95.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +206.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +75.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +166.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +75% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +55.6% |
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:
9.15 g
Fats:
22.78 g
Carbs:
3.59 g
Water:
63.11 g
Other:
1.37 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +200.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +75.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +33.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +15.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +26.5% |
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
12.79 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.784 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.97 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -15% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +19.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +90.6% |
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 Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 731mg | 117mg | 61% |
| Phosphorus | 524mg | 138mg | 55% |
| Protein | 27.5g | 9.15g | 37% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 0.3µg | 26% |
| Selenium | 15.7µg | 3µg | 23% |
| Zinc | 3.13mg | 0.82mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 334mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.155mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.575mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin A | 137µg | 241µg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 10.867g | 12.79g | 9% |
| Fats | 17.1g | 22.78g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 74mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 10mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.041mg | 3% |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 0.97g | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 13IU | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.25mg | 0.13mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 152mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.844g | 5.784g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.4mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 2% | |
| Folate | 9µg | 14µg | 1% |
| Calories | 280kcal | 253kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 0.21mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.1g | 3.59g | N/A |
| Carbs | 3.1g | 3.59g | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.23g | 3.19g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Starch | 0.5g | 0% | |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.022mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 1.7µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.106mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.359mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.501mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.013mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.875mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.294mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.448mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.609mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.27mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.117g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
21%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mozzarella is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 20mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.96g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 318mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mozzarella is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.923g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mozzarella is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (27)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)
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.