Gratin vs. American cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between gratin and American cheese?
- Gratin is richer in copper, yet American cheese is richer in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, and vitamin A.
- American cheese's daily need coverage for calcium is 93% higher.
- Gratin has 3 times more copper than American cheese. Gratin has 0.16mg of copper, while American cheese has 0.046mg.
- Gratin contains less saturated fat.
We used Potatoes, au gratin, home-prepared from recipe using butter and Cheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D 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 PotassiumPotassium | +200% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +247.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -74.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +292.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +30% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +778.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +260.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +467.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +648.1% |
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 | +326.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1206.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +222.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +37.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +290.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +101.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.06 g
Fats:
7.59 g
Carbs:
11.27 g
Water:
74 g
Other:
2.08 g
Protein:
18.13 g
Fats:
31.79 g
Carbs:
3.7 g
Water:
39.61 g
Other:
6.77 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +204.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +86.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +258.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +318.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +225.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.733 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.149 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.276 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.057 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.236 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.286 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -73.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +283.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +365.9% |
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 Sodium |
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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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| Calcium | 119mg | 1045mg | 93% |
| Phosphorus | 113mg | 641mg | 75% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1.5µg | 63% |
| Saturated fat | 4.733g | 18.057g | 61% |
| Sodium | 433mg | 1671mg | 54% |
| Fats | 7.59g | 31.79g | 37% |
| Selenium | 2.7µg | 20.2µg | 32% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 100mg | 26% |
| Protein | 5.06g | 18.13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 64µg | 250µg | 21% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 2.49mg | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.149g | 8.236g | 15% |
| Copper | 0.16mg | 0.046mg | 13% |
| Calories | 132kcal | 371kcal | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 9.9mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.116mg | 0.234mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.174mg | 0.054mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 396mg | 132mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 0g | 7% |
| Choline | 36.2mg | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.276g | 1.286g | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.993mg | 0.076mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.161mg | 0.041mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.8mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.064mg | 0.015mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.6µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 23IU | 3% |
| Carbs | 11.27g | 3.7g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 26mg | 1% |
| Folate | 11µg | 8µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.47g | 3.7g | N/A |
| Iron | 0.64mg | 0.63mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.26g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.387mg | 0.403mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 1.144g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.07mg | 0.232mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0.772mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.284mg | 0.938mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.443mg | 1.716mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.381mg | 1.516mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0.475mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.254mg | 0.939mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.325mg | 1.187mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.151mg | 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 |
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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
14%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
106%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Gratin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 77mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gratin is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.26g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Gratin contains less Sodium (difference - 1238mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Gratin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.324g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Gratin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Gratin is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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