Cheese sandwich vs. American cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between cheese sandwich and American cheese?
- Cheese sandwich is richer in manganese, vitamin B1, iron, and vitamin B3, yet American cheese is richer in calcium, vitamin B12, and phosphorus.
- American cheese's daily need coverage for calcium is 84% higher.
- Cheese sandwich has 42 times more vitamin B3 than American cheese. Cheese sandwich has 3.185mg of vitamin B3, while American cheese has 0.076mg.
- Cheese sandwich contains less sodium.
- American cheese has a lower glycemic index than cheese sandwich.
We used Crackers, wheat, sandwich, with cheese filling and Cheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D types in this comparison.
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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 | +107.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +131.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +315.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +247.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -49.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2541.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +20.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +412.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +186.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +67.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2286.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +82.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +4090.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +54.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +383.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +700% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1090.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1150% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.8 g
Fats:
25 g
Carbs:
58.2 g
Water:
3.2 g
Other:
3.8 g
Protein:
18.13 g
Fats:
31.79 g
Carbs:
3.7 g
Water:
39.61 g
Other:
6.77 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1473% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +85% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +27.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1137.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +78.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.129 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.351 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.166 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.057 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.236 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.286 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -77.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +25.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +612.8% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 204mg | 1045mg | 84% |
| Saturated fat | 4.129g | 18.057g | 63% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.12µg | 1.5µg | 58% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 9.166g | 1.286g | 53% |
| Manganese | 1.083mg | 0.041mg | 45% |
| Phosphorus | 382mg | 641mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 839mg | 1671mg | 36% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 100mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.358mg | 0.015mg | 29% |
| Iron | 2.62mg | 0.63mg | 25% |
| Vitamin A | 21µg | 250µg | 25% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.185mg | 0.076mg | 19% |
| Carbs | 58.2g | 3.7g | 18% |
| Protein | 9.8g | 18.13g | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.261mg | 0.054mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.427mg | 0.234mg | 15% |
| Zinc | 0.87mg | 2.49mg | 15% |
| Folate | 64µg | 8µg | 14% |
| Copper | 0.16mg | 0.046mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 0g | 12% |
| Fats | 25g | 31.79g | 10% |
| Magnesium | 54mg | 26mg | 7% |
| Choline | 36.2mg | 7% | |
| Selenium | 24.3µg | 20.2µg | 7% |
| Calories | 497kcal | 371kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.8mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 306mg | 132mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 10.351g | 8.236g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.622mg | 0.403mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 23IU | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.5mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 55.1g | 3.7g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.26g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 1.144g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.13mg | 0.232mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.298mg | 0.772mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.383mg | 0.938mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.698mg | 1.716mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.344mg | 1.516mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.167mg | 0.475mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.472mg | 0.939mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.438mg | 1.187mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.219mg | 0.546mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.012g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.137g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.021g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.79g | 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
32%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
85%
106%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 93mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.26g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cheese sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 832mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.928g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cheese sandwich is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
American cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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