Cheese vs. Brazil nut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between cheese and brazil nut?
- Cheese is higher in calcium, vitamin B1,2, and vitamin A; however, brazil nut is richer in selenium, copper, magnesium, manganese, vitamin B1, and phosphorus.
- Brazil nut's daily need coverage for selenium is 3434% more.
- Brazil nut has less cholesterol.
We used Cheese, cheddar and Nuts, brazilnuts, dried, unblanched 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 CalciumCalcium | +343.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1292.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +767.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1635.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +5710% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +11.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +59.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +4429.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +6626.3% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1122.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +122.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +22.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +695.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2027.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +53% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +74.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
22.87 g
Fats:
33.31 g
Carbs:
3.09 g
Water:
37.02 g
Other:
3.71 g
Protein:
14.32 g
Fats:
67.1 g
Carbs:
11.74 g
Water:
3.42 g
Other:
3.42 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +59.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +982.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +101.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +279.9% |
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Other
~3.42g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.867 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.246 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.421 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
16.134 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
23.879 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
24.399 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -14.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +158.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1617% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.26 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0.12 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.1 g
Starch:
0.25 g
Sucrose:
2.33 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
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Fructose
~0g
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Maltose
~0g
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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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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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 28.5µg | 1917µg | 3434% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 1.743mg | 190% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.421g | 24.399g | 153% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 376mg | 83% |
| Calcium | 710mg | 160mg | 55% |
| Fats | 33.31g | 67.1g | 52% |
| Manganese | 0.027mg | 1.223mg | 52% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.029mg | 0.617mg | 49% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.1µg | 0µg | 46% |
| Phosphorus | 455mg | 725mg | 39% |
| Vitamin A | 330µg | 0µg | 37% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.246g | 23.879g | 37% |
| Vitamin E | 0.71mg | 5.65mg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 99mg | 0mg | 33% |
| Fiber | 0g | 7.5g | 30% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.428mg | 0.035mg | 30% |
| Iron | 0.14mg | 2.43mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 653mg | 3mg | 28% |
| Protein | 22.87g | 14.32g | 17% |
| Potassium | 76mg | 659mg | 17% |
| Calories | 404kcal | 659kcal | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 18.867g | 16.134g | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.41mg | 0.184mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 3.64mg | 4.06mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 24IU | 0IU | 3% |
| Carbs | 3.09g | 11.74g | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.066mg | 0.101mg | 3% |
| Choline | 16.5mg | 28.8mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.059mg | 0.295mg | 1% |
| Folate | 27µg | 22µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.09g | 4.24g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.48g | 2.33g | N/A |
| Starch | 0.25g | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.917g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.547mg | 0.135mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.044mg | 0.365mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.206mg | 0.518mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.939mg | 1.19mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.025mg | 0.49mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.547mg | 1.124mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.074mg | 0.639mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.404mg | 0.76mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.547mg | 0.409mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.01g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.017g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 23.859g | 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
35%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
79%
1208%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.85g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is cheaper?
Cheese is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brazil nut is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 99mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brazil nut contains less Sodium (difference - 650mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brazil nut is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.733g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brazil nut is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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