Fireweed vs. American cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are fireweed and American cheese different?
- Fireweed is richer in manganese, vitamin A, vitamin B6, and fiber, while American cheese is higher in phosphorus, vitamin B12, calcium, and selenium.
- Fireweed covers your daily need for manganese, 290% more than American cheese.
- Fireweed is lower in sodium.
Fireweed, leaves, raw and Cheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D types were used 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +500% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +274.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +281% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +595.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +16251.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +143.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +493.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2144.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +120% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +6050% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +236.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1070.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1300% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +38.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +70.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.71 g
Fats:
2.75 g
Carbs:
19.22 g
Water:
70.78 g
Other:
2.54 g
Protein:
18.13 g
Fats:
31.79 g
Carbs:
3.7 g
Water:
39.61 g
Other:
6.77 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +419.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +78.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +284.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1056% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +166.5% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 6.704mg | 0.041mg | 290% |
| Saturated fat | 18.057g | 82% | |
| Phosphorus | 108mg | 641mg | 76% |
| Sodium | 34mg | 1671mg | 71% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1.5µg | 63% |
| Calcium | 429mg | 1045mg | 62% |
| Fats | 2.75g | 31.79g | 45% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.632mg | 0.054mg | 44% |
| Fiber | 10.6g | 0g | 42% |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 20.2µg | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 100mg | 33% |
| Magnesium | 156mg | 26mg | 31% |
| Copper | 0.32mg | 0.046mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.674mg | 0.076mg | 29% |
| Protein | 4.71g | 18.13g | 27% |
| Folate | 112µg | 8µg | 26% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 0.63mg | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.236g | 21% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.356mg | 0.403mg | 19% |
| Calories | 103kcal | 371kcal | 13% |
| Potassium | 494mg | 132mg | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.286g | 9% | |
| Vitamin A | 180µg | 250µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.137mg | 0.234mg | 7% |
| Choline | 36.2mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.8mg | 5% | |
| Carbs | 19.22g | 3.7g | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.6µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 23IU | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 2% | |
| Zinc | 2.66mg | 2.49mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.033mg | 0.015mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 8.62g | 3.7g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.26g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0g | 1.144g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.232mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.772mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.938mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.716mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.516mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.475mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.939mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.187mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.546mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.012g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.137g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.021g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.79g | 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
39%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
148%
106%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fireweed is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 100mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fireweed is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.26g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fireweed contains less Sodium (difference - 1637mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fireweed is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.057g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fireweed is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
American cheese is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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