Cheese vs. Broccoli — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are cheese and broccoli different?
- Cheese is higher in calcium, phosphorus, selenium, vitamin B12, and zinc; however, broccoli is richer in vitamin C and vitamin K.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for broccoli is 99% higher.
- Broccoli has less cholesterol.
- Cheese has a lower glycemic index (0) than broccoli (32).
Cheese, cheddar and Broccoli, raw are the varieties used 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +28.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1410.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +787.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +589.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1040% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +315.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +421.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +63.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +677.8% |
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 | +964.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +265.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +144.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +983.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +39.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +165.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +4133.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +133.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +13.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +711% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +8902.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +326.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +114.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +141.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +83954.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3639.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.8% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +88.5% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +75% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 89.2mg | 99% |
| Saturated fat | 18.867g | 0.039g | 86% |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 101.6µg | 83% |
| Calcium | 710mg | 47mg | 66% |
| Phosphorus | 455mg | 66mg | 56% |
| Fats | 33.31g | 0.37g | 51% |
| Selenium | 28.5µg | 2.5µg | 47% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.1µg | 0µg | 46% |
| Protein | 22.87g | 2.82g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 99mg | 0mg | 33% |
| Vitamin A | 330µg | 31µg | 33% |
| Zinc | 3.64mg | 0.41mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 653mg | 33mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.428mg | 0.117mg | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.246g | 0.011g | 23% |
| Calories | 404kcal | 34kcal | 19% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.6g | 10% |
| Folate | 27µg | 63µg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.421g | 0.038g | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.066mg | 0.175mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.027mg | 0.21mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 76mg | 316mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.14mg | 0.73mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.059mg | 0.639mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.029mg | 0.071mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.41mg | 0.573mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 24IU | 0IU | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.049mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.68g | 1% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.09g | 6.64g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.09g | 4.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.48g | 1.7g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.71mg | 0.78mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.917g | 0g | N/A |
| Choline | 16.5mg | 18.7mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.547mg | 0.033mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.044mg | 0.088mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.206mg | 0.079mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.939mg | 0.129mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.025mg | 0.135mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.547mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.074mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.404mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.547mg | 0.059mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.01g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.017g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.22g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Broccoli is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 99mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Broccoli contains less Sodium (difference - 620mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Broccoli is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.828g)
Which food is cheaper?
Broccoli is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Broccoli is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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