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Mozzarella vs. Parsley — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between mozzarella and parsley

  • Mozzarella is richer in phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, and selenium, yet parsley is richer in vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, and folate.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin K for parsley is 1365% higher.
  • Parsley contains less saturated fat.

Food types used in this article are Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Parsley, fresh.

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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 36% 41% 49% 233% 50% 29% 25% 7.3% 21% 0.55%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +429.7%
Contains more ZincZinc +192.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +803.4%
Contains less SodiumSodium -71.4%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +15600%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +92.3%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +483.2%
Contains more IronIron +2380%
Contains more CopperCopper +451.9%

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%
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 443% 140% 15% 0% 22% 23% 25% 24% 21% 0% 4100% 114% 7%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +246.9%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +43.8%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +207.3%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +400%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +330%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +994.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +12.5%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +91011.1%
Contains more FolateFolate +1588.9%

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
3% 6% 88% 2%
Protein: 2.97 g
Fats: 0.79 g
Carbs: 6.33 g
Water: 87.71 g
Other: 2.2 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +825.9%
Contains more FatsFats +2064.6%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +104.2%
Contains more WaterWater +75.8%
~equal in Other ~2.2g

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
24% 54% 23%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.132 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.295 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.124 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +1542%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +310.5%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -98.8%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mozzarella Parsley DV% diff.
Vitamin K 1.8µg 1640µg 1365%
Vitamin C 0mg 133mg 148%
Iron 0.25mg 6.2mg 74%
Phosphorus 524mg 58mg 67%
Calcium 731mg 138mg 59%
Protein 27.5g 2.97g 49%
Saturated fat 10.867g 0.132g 49%
Vitamin B12 0.92µg 0µg 38%
Folate 9µg 152µg 36%
Vitamin A 137µg 421µg 32%
Selenium 15.7µg 0.1µg 28%
Fats 17.1g 0.79g 25%
Vitamin B2 0.34mg 0.098mg 19%
Zinc 3.13mg 1.07mg 19%
Cholesterol 54mg 0mg 18%
Potassium 95mg 554mg 14%
Copper 0.027mg 0.149mg 14%
Fiber 0g 3.3g 13%
Calories 280kcal 36kcal 12%
Monounsaturated fat 4.844g 0.295g 11%
Vitamin B5 0.4mg 8%
Vitamin B3 0.12mg 1.313mg 7%
Manganese 0.16mg 7%
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.086mg 6%
Magnesium 26mg 50mg 6%
Vitamin E 0.15mg 0.75mg 4%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.509g 0.124g 3%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0µg 2%
Sodium 16mg 56mg 2%
Vitamin D 13IU 0IU 2%
Choline 18.4mg 12.8mg 1%
Carbs 3.1g 6.33g 1%
Vitamin B6 0.08mg 0.09mg 1%
Net carbs 3.1g 3.03g N/A
Sugar 1.23g 0.85g N/A
Tryptophan 0.045mg 0%
Threonine 0.122mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.118mg 0%
Leucine 0.204mg 0%
Lysine 0.181mg 0%
Methionine 0.042mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.145mg 0%
Valine 0.172mg 0%
Histidine 0.061mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
Mozzarella Parsley
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
379%
Parsley
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
Mozzarella
49%
Parsley

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Parsley
Parsley is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parsley
Parsley is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.38g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Parsley
Parsley is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.735g)
Which food is cheaper?
Parsley
Parsley is cheaper (difference - $1.7)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Parsley
Parsley is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 40mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.

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. Parsley - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170416/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.