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Mozzarella vs. Oregano — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between mozzarella and oregano

  • Mozzarella is richer in phosphorus, yet oregano is richer in vitamin K, iron, fiber, vitamin E, calcium, vitamin B6, copper, magnesium, and folate.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin K for oregano is 517% higher.
  • Mozzarella contains 4 times more phosphorus than oregano. Mozzarella contains 524mg of phosphorus, while oregano contains 148mg.
  • Oregano has a lower glycemic index than mozzarella.

Food types used in this article are Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Spices, oregano, dried.

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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%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 193% 479% 111% 1380% 211% 73% 63% 3.3% 651% 25%
Contains more ZincZinc +16.4%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +254.1%
Contains less SodiumSodium -36%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +248.9%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +938.5%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +118.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1226.3%
Contains more IronIron +14620%
Contains more CopperCopper +2244.4%

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%
Oregano
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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 7.7% 28% 365% 0% 44% 122% 87% 55% 241% 0% 1554% 178% 18%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +61.2%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +12073.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +785%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +55.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +3766.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1205%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +34438.9%
Contains more FolateFolate +2533.3%
Contains more CholineCholine +75.5%

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
9% 4% 69% 10% 8%
Protein: 9 g
Fats: 4.28 g
Carbs: 68.92 g
Water: 9.93 g
Other: 7.87 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +205.6%
Contains more FatsFats +299.5%
Contains more WaterWater +402.5%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +2123.2%
Contains more OtherOther +227.9%

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
43% 20% 38%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.551 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.716 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.369 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +576.5%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -85.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +169%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mozzarella Oregano DV% diff.
Vitamin K 1.8µg 621.7µg 517%
Iron 0.25mg 36.8mg 457%
Manganese 4.99mg 217%
Fiber 0g 42.5g 170%
Vitamin E 0.15mg 18.26mg 121%
Calcium 731mg 1597mg 87%
Vitamin B6 0.08mg 1.044mg 74%
Copper 0.027mg 0.633mg 67%
Magnesium 26mg 270mg 58%
Folate 9µg 237µg 57%
Phosphorus 524mg 148mg 54%
Saturated fat 10.867g 1.551g 42%
Vitamin B12 0.92µg 0µg 38%
Protein 27.5g 9g 37%
Potassium 95mg 1260mg 34%
Vitamin B3 0.12mg 4.64mg 28%
Carbs 3.1g 68.92g 22%
Selenium 15.7µg 4.5µg 20%
Fats 17.1g 4.28g 20%
Cholesterol 54mg 0mg 18%
Vitamin B5 0.921mg 18%
Vitamin B2 0.34mg 0.528mg 14%
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.177mg 13%
Monounsaturated fat 4.844g 0.716g 10%
Vitamin A 137µg 85µg 6%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.509g 1.369g 6%
Zinc 3.13mg 2.69mg 4%
Vitamin C 0mg 2.3mg 3%
Choline 18.4mg 32.3mg 3%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0µg 2%
Vitamin D 13IU 0IU 2%
Fructose 1.13g 1%
Calories 280kcal 265kcal 1%
Net carbs 3.1g 26.42g N/A
Sugar 1.23g 4.09g N/A
Sodium 16mg 25mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.203mg 0%
Threonine 0.322mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.441mg 0%
Leucine 0.78mg 0%
Lysine 0.5mg 0%
Methionine 0.127mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.449mg 0%
Valine 0.585mg 0%
Histidine 0.144mg 0%
Omega-3 - ALA 0.621g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Mozzarella Oregano
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
208%
Oregano
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
Mozzarella
319%
Oregano

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Oregano
Oregano is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Oregano
Oregano is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.316g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Oregano
Oregano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Oregano
Oregano is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Oregano
Oregano is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.86g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is cheaper (difference - $2.6)

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. Oregano - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171328/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.