Cornmeal vs. Swiss cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
Important differences between cornmeal and Swiss cheese
- Cornmeal has more iron, folate, and vitamin B1; however, Swiss cheese is richer in vitamin B12, calcium, phosphorus, selenium, and zinc.
- Swiss cheese's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 128% more.
- Cornmeal contains 50 times more vitamin B1 than Swiss cheese. Cornmeal contains 0.551mg of vitamin B1, while Swiss cheese contains 0.011mg.
- Cornmeal contains less saturated fat.
- Cornmeal has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of cornmeal is 68, while the glycemic index of Swiss cheese is 27.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Cornmeal, degermed, enriched, yellow and Cheese, swiss.
Infographic
Infographic link
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 | +97.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +3253.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +61.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +569.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +29566.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +562.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +479.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +185.7% |
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 | +4909.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +26.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +7662.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +156.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1990% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2518.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +47.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +80.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.11 g
Fats:
1.75 g
Carbs:
79.45 g
Water:
11.18 g
Other:
0.51 g
Protein:
26.96 g
Fats:
30.99 g
Carbs:
1.44 g
Water:
37.63 g
Other:
2.98 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +5417.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +279.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1670.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +236.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +484.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.22 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.39 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.828 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 | -98.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1963.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +62% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Lower in Sugar |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated fat |
|
||
| Lower in price |
|
||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
DV% diff. |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 3.06µg | 128% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 890mg | 89% |
| Saturated fat | 0.22g | 18.227g | 82% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 574mg | 68% |
| Iron | 4.36mg | 0.13mg | 53% |
| Folate | 209µg | 10µg | 50% |
| Fats | 1.75g | 30.99g | 45% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.551mg | 0.011mg | 45% |
| Protein | 7.11g | 26.96g | 40% |
| Selenium | 10.5µg | 30µg | 35% |
| Zinc | 0.66mg | 4.37mg | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 11µg | 288µg | 31% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.968mg | 0.064mg | 31% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 93mg | 31% |
| Starch | 73.3g | 30% | |
| Carbs | 79.45g | 1.44g | 26% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.39g | 8.046g | 19% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 0g | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.182mg | 0.071mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 187mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.026mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.382mg | 0.302mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.12mg | 0.6mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.076mg | 0.047mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.828g | 1.341g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.24mg | 0.353mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 142mg | 72mg | 2% |
| Choline | 8.6mg | 15.5mg | 1% |
| Calories | 370kcal | 393kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.4µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 75.55g | 1.44g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 33mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.61g | 0g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.987g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.038mg | 0.401mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.172mg | 1.038mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.242mg | 1.537mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.006mg | 2.959mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.105mg | 2.585mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.162mg | 0.784mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.366mg | 1.662mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.337mg | 2.139mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.172mg | 1.065mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0g | 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 | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.032g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.734g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
People also compare
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
42%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
37%
87%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Swiss cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.61g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Swiss cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cornmeal is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 93mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cornmeal contains less Sodium (difference - 180mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cornmeal is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.007g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cornmeal is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
?
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
?
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.