Mozzarella vs. Brazil nut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between mozzarella and brazil nut
- Mozzarella is higher in calcium and vitamin B12, yet brazil nut is higher in selenium, copper, magnesium, vitamin B1, vitamin E, fiber, phosphorus, and iron.
- Brazil nut covers your daily selenium needs 3457% more than mozzarella.
- The glycemic index of brazil nut is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Nuts, brazilnuts, dried, unblanched.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +356.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1346.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +593.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +872% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +6355.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +29.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +38.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +12110.2% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +871.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +3666.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2985% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +145.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +26.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +144.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +56.5% |
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:
14.32 g
Fats:
67.1 g
Carbs:
11.74 g
Water:
3.42 g
Other:
3.42 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +92% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1359.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +292.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +278.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +42.5% |
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
16.134 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
23.879 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
24.399 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -32.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +393% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +4693.5% |
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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| Selenium | 15.7µg | 1917µg | 3457% |
| Copper | 0.027mg | 1.743mg | 191% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 24.399g | 159% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 376mg | 83% |
| Fats | 17.1g | 67.1g | 77% |
| Calcium | 731mg | 160mg | 57% |
| Manganese | 1.223mg | 53% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.617mg | 50% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.844g | 23.879g | 48% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 0µg | 38% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 5.65mg | 37% |
| Fiber | 0g | 7.5g | 30% |
| Phosphorus | 524mg | 725mg | 29% |
| Iron | 0.25mg | 2.43mg | 27% |
| Protein | 27.5g | 14.32g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 10.867g | 16.134g | 24% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.035mg | 23% |
| Calories | 280kcal | 659kcal | 19% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 0mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 659mg | 17% |
| Vitamin A | 137µg | 0µg | 15% |
| Zinc | 3.13mg | 4.06mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.184mg | 4% | |
| Carbs | 3.1g | 11.74g | 3% |
| Folate | 9µg | 22µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 13IU | 0IU | 2% |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 28.8mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.101mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 0.295mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.1g | 4.24g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.23g | 2.33g | N/A |
| Starch | 0.25g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.135mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.365mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.518mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.19mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.49mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 1.124mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.639mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.76mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.409mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 23.859g | N/A |
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%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
1208%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.1g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mozzarella is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.267g)
Which food is cheaper?
Mozzarella is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brazil nut is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brazil nut contains less Sodium (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Brazil nut is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brazil nut is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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