Corned beef vs. Swiss cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between corned beef and Swiss cheese?
- Corned beef is higher in iron, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and copper, yet Swiss cheese is higher in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, and vitamin A.
- Swiss cheese's daily need coverage for calcium is 88% more.
- Corned beef has 47 times more vitamin B3 than Swiss cheese. While corned beef has 3.03mg of vitamin B3, Swiss cheese has only 0.064mg.
- The amount of sodium in Swiss cheese is lower.
- The glycemic index of corned beef is lower.
We used Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, cooked and Cheese, swiss 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 PotassiumPotassium | +101.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1330.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +227.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +175% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +11025% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +359.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -80.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +18.2% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +136.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +4634.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +19% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +223.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +346.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +275% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +77.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +87.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +66.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.17 g
Fats:
18.98 g
Carbs:
0.47 g
Water:
59.79 g
Other:
2.59 g
Protein:
26.96 g
Fats:
30.99 g
Carbs:
1.44 g
Water:
37.63 g
Other:
2.98 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +58.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +48.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +63.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +206.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +15.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.34 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.67 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.227 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.046 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.341 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -65.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +14.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +100.1% |
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 | 8mg | 890mg | 88% |
| Phosphorus | 125mg | 574mg | 64% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.63µg | 3.06µg | 60% |
| Saturated fat | 6.34g | 18.227g | 54% |
| Sodium | 973mg | 187mg | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 288µg | 32% |
| Iron | 1.86mg | 0.13mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.03mg | 0.064mg | 19% |
| Fats | 18.98g | 30.99g | 18% |
| Protein | 18.17g | 26.96g | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.23mg | 0.071mg | 12% |
| Copper | 0.154mg | 0.047mg | 12% |
| Choline | 69.2mg | 15.5mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.302mg | 10% |
| Calories | 251kcal | 393kcal | 7% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 33mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 32.8µg | 30µg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.67g | 1.341g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0.6mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.22g | 8.046g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 98mg | 93mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 4.58mg | 4.37mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 145mg | 72mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.42mg | 0.353mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.026mg | 0.011mg | 1% |
| Folate | 6µg | 10µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 0.47g | 1.44g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.47g | 1.44g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.026mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1.5µg | 1.4µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.987g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.119mg | 0.401mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.726mg | 1.038mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.827mg | 1.537mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.445mg | 2.959mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.536mg | 2.585mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.473mg | 0.784mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.718mg | 1.662mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.901mg | 2.139mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.58mg | 1.065mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.018g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.032g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.734g | 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
63%
87%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Swiss cheese is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Swiss cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 786mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corned beef is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 11.887g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Corned beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Corned beef is cheaper (difference - $3.6)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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