Mozzarella vs. Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between mozzarella and saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup)
- Mozzarella is higher in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, and zinc, yet saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is higher in iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, and folate.
- Mozzarella covers your daily calcium needs 71% more than saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup).
- Mozzarella contains 10 times more vitamin B12 than saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup). While mozzarella contains 0.92µg of vitamin B12, saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) contains only 0.09µg.
- The amount of saturated fat in saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower.
- The glycemic index of mozzarella is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Crackers, saltines (includes oyster, soda, soup).
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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 | +13% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3747.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +353.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +413.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +52.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +60% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2128% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +414.8% |
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 | +13600% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +922.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +666.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +3410% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +43.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +5268.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1311.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1388.9% |
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:
9.46 g
Fats:
8.64 g
Carbs:
74.05 g
Water:
5.05 g
Other:
2.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +190.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +97.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +888.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2288.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.7% |
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
1.653 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.986 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.835 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +143.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -84.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +849.9% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 731mg | 19mg | 71% |
| Iron | 0.25mg | 5.57mg | 67% |
| Phosphorus | 524mg | 102mg | 60% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.702mg | 57% |
| Saturated fat | 10.867g | 1.653g | 42% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 941mg | 40% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 6.442mg | 40% |
| Protein | 27.5g | 9.46g | 36% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 0.09µg | 35% |
| Folate | 9µg | 134µg | 31% |
| Manganese | 0.686mg | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 4.835g | 29% |
| Starch | 67.83g | 28% | |
| Carbs | 3.1g | 74.05g | 24% |
| Zinc | 3.13mg | 0.69mg | 22% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 25.4µg | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 0mg | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 137µg | 1µg | 15% |
| Fats | 17.1g | 8.64g | 13% |
| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.139mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.8g | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.487mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 15.7µg | 10.3µg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.844g | 1.986g | 7% |
| Calories | 280kcal | 418kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 1.15mg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 152mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 13IU | 0IU | 2% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 23mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.1g | 71.25g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.23g | 1.29g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.086mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.167g | N/A | |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 16.7mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.333mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.652mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.172mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.147mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.45mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.399mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.197mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.19g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.535g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.25g | 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%
51%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
62%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.214g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.06g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 925mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is cheaper?
Mozzarella is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
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.