Cotija cheese vs. Cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between cotija cheese and cheese?
- Cotija cheese is richer in vitamin B12, phosphorus, copper, and calcium, while cheese is higher in selenium and vitamin A.
- Cotija cheese's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 48% higher.
- Cheese has 8 times less copper than cotija cheese. Cotija cheese has 0.238mg of copper, while cheese has 0.03mg.
- Cheese is lower in sodium.
We used Cheese, mexican, queso cotija and Cheese, cheddar types in this comparison.
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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 | +40.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +12.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +64.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +693.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +60.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -53.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +61% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +13.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +93.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +105.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +44.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +184% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +34.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +26.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +170% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20 g
Fats:
30 g
Carbs:
3.97 g
Water:
38 g
Other:
8.03 g
Protein:
22.87 g
Fats:
33.31 g
Carbs:
3.09 g
Water:
37.02 g
Other:
3.71 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +28.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +116.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +14.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +11% |
~equal in
Water
~37.02g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.5 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.333 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.187 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.867 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.246 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.421 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +11% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +19.7% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~18.867g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.26µg | 1.1µg | 48% |
| Phosphorus | 729mg | 455mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 1400mg | 653mg | 32% |
| Copper | 0.238mg | 0.03mg | 23% |
| Selenium | 17.7µg | 28.5µg | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 229µg | 330µg | 11% |
| Calcium | 800mg | 710mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.41mg | 8% | |
| Protein | 20g | 22.87g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 17.5g | 18.867g | 6% |
| Fats | 30g | 33.31g | 5% |
| Folate | 10µg | 27µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.486mg | 0.428mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 38mg | 27mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 0.71mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.187g | 1.421g | 2% |
| Calories | 366kcal | 404kcal | 2% |
| Zinc | 3.87mg | 3.64mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0.14mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.333g | 9.246g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 0.6µg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.027mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 125mg | 76mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.049mg | 0.066mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.97g | 3.09g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.97g | 3.09g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 99mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 21IU | 24IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.48g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.029mg | 0.029mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.114mg | 0.059mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1.9µg | 2.4µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.917g | N/A |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 16.5mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.547mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.044mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.206mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.939mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.025mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.547mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.074mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.404mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.547mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.017g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 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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35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
105%
79%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cotija cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.48g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cotija cheese is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.367g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cotija cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Cotija cheese is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cotija cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cheese is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 747mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheese is relatively richer in vitamins