Mozzarella vs. Swiss cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Mozzarella and Swiss cheese?
- Swiss cheese is richer than Mozzarella in Vitamin B12, Selenium, Vitamin A, Calcium, Zinc, and Phosphorus.
- Swiss cheese's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 89% more.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Mozzarella is lower.
We used Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Cheese, swiss types in this article.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +31.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +92.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +26.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +21.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +74.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +39.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +91.1% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +81.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +12.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +87.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +12.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +28.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +18.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +102.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +232.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +11.1% |
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:
26.96 g
Fats:
30.99 g
Carbs:
1.44 g
Water:
37.63 g
Other:
2.98 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +115.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +32.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +81.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +24.2% |
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Protein
~26.96g
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
18.227 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.046 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.341 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -40.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +66.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +163.5% |
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 Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 280kcal | 393kcal |
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| Protein | 27.5g | 26.96g |
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| Fats | 17.1g | 30.99g |
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| Net carbs | 3.1g | 1.44g |
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| Carbs | 3.1g | 1.44g |
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| Cholesterol | 54mg | 93mg |
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| Vitamin D | 13IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 33mg |
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| Calcium | 731mg | 890mg |
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| Potassium | 95mg | 72mg |
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| Iron | 0.25mg | 0.13mg |
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| Sugar | 1.23g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.047mg |
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| Zinc | 3.13mg | 4.37mg |
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| Phosphorus | 524mg | 574mg |
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| Sodium | 16mg | 187mg |
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| Vitamin A | 517IU | 1047IU |
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| Vitamin A | 137µg | 288µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.6mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.026mg |
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| Selenium | 15.7µg | 30µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.011mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.302mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 0.064mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.353mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.071mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 3.06µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 1.4µg |
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| Folate | 9µg | 10µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.987g |
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| Choline | 18.4mg | 15.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 10.867g | 18.227g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.844g | 8.046g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 1.341g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.401mg |
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| Threonine | 1.038mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.537mg |
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| Leucine | 2.959mg |
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| Lysine | 2.585mg |
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| Methionine | 0.784mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.662mg |
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| Valine | 2.139mg |
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| Histidine | 1.065mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.018g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.032g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.734g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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%
45%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
87%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Swiss cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Swiss cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.23g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mozzarella is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 39mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 171mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Mozzarella is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 7.36g)
Which food is cheaper?
Mozzarella is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (27)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.