Cheshire cheese vs. American cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Cheshire cheese and American cheese
- The amount of Calcium, Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, Selenium, and Iron in American cheese is higher than in Cheshire cheese.
- American cheese covers your daily need of Sodium 42% more than Cheshire cheese.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheese, cheshire and Cheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D.
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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 ZincZinc | +12% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -58.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +23.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +62.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +38.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +200% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +38.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +241.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +39.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +206.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +25.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +37% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +125% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +80.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.37 g
Fats:
30.6 g
Carbs:
4.78 g
Water:
37.65 g
Other:
3.6 g
Protein:
18.13 g
Fats:
31.79 g
Carbs:
3.7 g
Water:
39.61 g
Other:
6.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +28.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +29.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +88.1% |
~equal in
Fats
~31.79g
~equal in
Water
~39.61g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
19.475 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.671 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.87 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
18.057 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.236 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.286 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +47.8% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~18.057g
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~8.236g
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 Sodium |
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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 Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 387kcal | 371kcal |
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| Protein | 23.37g | 18.13g |
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| Fats | 30.6g | 31.79g |
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| Net carbs | 4.78g | 3.7g |
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| Carbs | 4.78g | 3.7g |
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| Cholesterol | 103mg | 100mg |
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| Vitamin D | 23IU |
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| Magnesium | 21mg | 26mg |
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| Calcium | 643mg | 1045mg |
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| Potassium | 95mg | 132mg |
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| Iron | 0.21mg | 0.63mg |
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| Sugar | 2.26g |
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| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.046mg |
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| Zinc | 2.79mg | 2.49mg |
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| Phosphorus | 464mg | 641mg |
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| Sodium | 700mg | 1671mg |
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| Vitamin A | 985IU | 945IU |
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| Vitamin A | 233µg | 250µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.8mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.6µg |
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| Manganese | 0.012mg | 0.041mg |
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| Selenium | 14.5µg | 20.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.046mg | 0.015mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.293mg | 0.234mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.08mg | 0.076mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.413mg | 0.403mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.074mg | 0.054mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.83µg | 1.5µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.6µg |
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| Folate | 18µg | 8µg |
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| Trans Fat | 1.144g |
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| Choline | 36.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 19.475g | 18.057g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.671g | 8.236g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.87g | 1.286g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.3mg | 0.232mg |
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| Threonine | 0.832mg | 0.772mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.451mg | 0.938mg |
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| Leucine | 2.238mg | 1.716mg |
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| Lysine | 1.945mg | 1.516mg |
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| Methionine | 0.612mg | 0.475mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.231mg | 0.939mg |
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| Valine | 1.56mg | 1.187mg |
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| Histidine | 0.821mg | 0.546mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.012g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.137g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.021g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.79g |
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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
23%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
69%
106%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheshire cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.26g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cheshire cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 971mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheshire cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Cheshire cheese is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
American cheese is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
American cheese is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.418g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
American cheese is relatively richer in minerals
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.