Mozzarella vs. Sunflower seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Mozzarella and Sunflower seeds
- Mozzarella has more Calcium, however, Sunflower seeds are higher in Vitamin E, Copper, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Magnesium, Selenium, Iron, Folate, and Vitamin B3.
- Sunflower seeds covers your daily need of Vitamin E 233% more than Mozzarella.
- Mozzarella has 9 times more Calcium than Sunflower seeds. While Mozzarella has 731mg of Calcium, Sunflower seeds have only 78mg.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, 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.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +837.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1150% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +578.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2000% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +6566.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +59.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +26% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -43.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +237.6% |
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 | +934% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +23346.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +7300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +6845.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1581.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2422.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +199.5% |
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:
20.78 g
Fats:
51.46 g
Carbs:
20 g
Water:
4.73 g
Other:
3.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +32.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +955% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +200.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +545.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +26.3% |
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
4.455 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
18.528 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.137 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -59% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +282.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +4445.6% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 280kcal | 584kcal |
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| Protein | 27.5g | 20.78g |
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| Fats | 17.1g | 51.46g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 3.1g | 11.4g |
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| Carbs | 3.1g | 20g |
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| Cholesterol | 54mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin D | 13IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 325mg |
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| Calcium | 731mg | 78mg |
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| Potassium | 95mg | 645mg |
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| Iron | 0.25mg | 5.25mg |
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| Sugar | 1.23g | 2.62g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 8.6g |
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| Copper | 0.027mg | 1.8mg |
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| Zinc | 3.13mg | 5mg |
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| Phosphorus | 524mg | 660mg |
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| Sodium | 16mg | 9mg |
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| Vitamin A | 517IU | 50IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 137µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 35.17mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 1.95mg |
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| Selenium | 15.7µg | 53µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 1.48mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.355mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 8.335mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.13mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 1.345mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 9µg | 227µg |
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| Choline | 18.4mg | 55.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 10.867g | 4.455g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.844g | 18.528g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 23.137g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.348mg |
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| Threonine | 0.928mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.139mg |
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| Leucine | 1.659mg |
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| Lysine | 0.937mg |
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| Methionine | 0.494mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.169mg |
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| Valine | 1.315mg |
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| Histidine | 0.632mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.014g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories 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
22%
146%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
207%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sunflower seeds is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sunflower seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Sunflower seeds is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.412g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sunflower seeds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is cheaper?
Sunflower seeds is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.39g)