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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 from Oregano is 517% higher.
  • Mozzarella contains 4 times more Phosphorus than Oregano. Mozzarella contains 524mg of Phosphorus, while Oregano contains 148mg.

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% 31% 3% 9% 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% 102% 365% 0% 44% 122% 87% 55% 241% 0% 1554% 178% 18%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +229%
Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin 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 Opinion
Calories 280kcal 265kcal Mozzarella
Protein 27.5g 9g Mozzarella
Fats 17.1g 4.28g Mozzarella
Vitamin C 0mg 2.3mg Oregano
Net carbs 3.1g 26.42g Oregano
Carbs 3.1g 68.92g Oregano
Cholesterol 54mg 0mg Oregano
Vitamin D 13IU 0IU Mozzarella
Magnesium 26mg 270mg Oregano
Calcium 731mg 1597mg Oregano
Potassium 95mg 1260mg Oregano
Iron 0.25mg 36.8mg Oregano
Sugar 1.23g 4.09g Mozzarella
Fiber 0g 42.5g Oregano
Copper 0.027mg 0.633mg Oregano
Zinc 3.13mg 2.69mg Mozzarella
Phosphorus 524mg 148mg Mozzarella
Sodium 16mg 25mg Mozzarella
Vitamin A 517IU 1701IU Oregano
Vitamin A RAE 137µg 85µg Mozzarella
Vitamin E 0.15mg 18.26mg Oregano
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0µg Mozzarella
Manganese 4.99mg Oregano
Selenium 15.7µg 4.5µg Mozzarella
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.177mg Oregano
Vitamin B2 0.34mg 0.528mg Oregano
Vitamin B3 0.12mg 4.64mg Oregano
Vitamin B5 0.921mg Oregano
Vitamin B6 0.08mg 1.044mg Oregano
Vitamin B12 0.92µg 0µg Mozzarella
Vitamin K 1.8µg 621.7µg Oregano
Folate 9µg 237µg Oregano
Choline 18.4mg 32.3mg Oregano
Saturated Fat 10.867g 1.551g Oregano
Monounsaturated Fat 4.844g 0.716g Mozzarella
Polyunsaturated fat 0.509g 1.369g Oregano
Tryptophan 0.203mg Oregano
Threonine 0.322mg Oregano
Isoleucine 0.441mg Oregano
Leucine 0.78mg Oregano
Lysine 0.5mg Oregano
Methionine 0.127mg Oregano
Phenylalanine 0.449mg Oregano
Valine 0.585mg Oregano
Histidine 0.144mg Oregano
Fructose 1.13g Oregano
Omega-3 - ALA 0.621g Oregano

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
22%
Mozzarella
213%
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.