Mozzarella vs. Turkey meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between mozzarella and turkey meat
- Mozzarella has more calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin A; however, turkey meat is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, selenium, choline, and iron.
- Mozzarella covers your daily need for calcium, 72% more than turkey meat.
- Mozzarella has 11 times more vitamin A than turkey meat. While mozzarella has 137µg of vitamin A, turkey meat has only 12µg.
- Turkey meat has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of mozzarella is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Turkey, whole, meat and skin, cooked, roasted.
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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 | +5121.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +26.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +135% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -84.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +15.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +151.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +336% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +244.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +89.8% |
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 | +1041.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +114.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +21% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +125% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +7877.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +670% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +10.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +375% |
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:
28.55 g
Fats:
7.39 g
Carbs:
0.06 g
Water:
63.52 g
Other:
0.48 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +131.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +5066.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +400% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +27.3% |
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Protein
~28.55g
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
2.155 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.647 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.119 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +83% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -80.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +316.3% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 731mg | 14mg | 72% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 9.573mg | 59% |
| Phosphorus | 524mg | 223mg | 43% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.616mg | 41% |
| Saturated fat | 10.867g | 2.155g | 40% |
| Selenium | 15.7µg | 29.8µg | 26% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.948mg | 19% | |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 109mg | 18% |
| Fats | 17.1g | 7.39g | 15% |
| Vitamin A | 137µg | 12µg | 14% |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 87.4mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 2.119g | 11% |
| Iron | 0.25mg | 1.09mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.093mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 3.13mg | 2.48mg | 6% |
| Calories | 280kcal | 189kcal | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.844g | 2.647g | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.281mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 1.02µg | 4% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 239mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 103mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.045mg | 2% |
| Protein | 27.5g | 28.55g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.014mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0.4µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.07mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 30mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.1g | 0.06g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.1g | 0.06g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 13IU | 15IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.23g | 0g | N/A |
| Folate | 9µg | 9µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.101g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.291mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.004mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.796mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.925mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.282mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.724mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.903mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.902mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.749mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.105g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.841g | N/A |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey meat is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.23g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey meat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.712g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey meat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mozzarella is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 55mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 87mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)
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.