Kefir vs. Mozzarella — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Kefir and Mozzarella?
- Mozzarella has more Calcium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B12, Zinc, Selenium, and Vitamin B2 than Kefir.
- Mozzarella's daily need coverage for Calcium is 60% higher.
- Mozzarella has 3 times less Vitamin D than Kefir. Kefir has 41IU of Vitamin D, while Mozzarella has 13IU.
- Kefir is lower in Cholesterol.
We used Kefir, lowfat, plain, LIFEWAY and Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium 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 | +72.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +116.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +462.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +525% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +200% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +580.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +399% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -60% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +336.1% |
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 DVitamin D | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +44.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +151.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +37.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +217.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1700% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +21.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.79 g
Fats:
0.93 g
Carbs:
4.48 g
Water:
90.07 g
Other:
0.73 g
Protein:
27.5 g
Fats:
17.1 g
Carbs:
3.1 g
Water:
49.9 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +44.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +80.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +625.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1738.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +228.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.658 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.31 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.053 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
10.867 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.844 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.509 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -93.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +1462.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +860.4% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 41kcal | 280kcal |
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| Protein | 3.79g | 27.5g |
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| Fats | 0.93g | 17.1g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 4.48g | 3.1g |
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| Carbs | 4.48g | 3.1g |
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| Cholesterol | 5mg | 54mg |
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| Vitamin D | 41IU | 13IU |
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| Magnesium | 12mg | 26mg |
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| Calcium | 130mg | 731mg |
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| Potassium | 164mg | 95mg |
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| Iron | 0.04mg | 0.25mg |
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| Sugar | 4.61g | 1.23g |
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| Copper | 0.009mg | 0.027mg |
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| Zinc | 0.46mg | 3.13mg |
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| Phosphorus | 105mg | 524mg |
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| Sodium | 40mg | 16mg |
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| Vitamin A | 569IU | 517IU |
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| Vitamin A | 171µg | 137µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.02mg | 0.15mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1µg | 0.3µg |
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| Manganese | 0.005mg |
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| Selenium | 3.6µg | 15.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.02mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.135mg | 0.34mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.15mg | 0.12mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.385mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.058mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.29µg | 0.92µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 1.8µg |
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| Folate | 13µg | 9µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.037g |
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| Choline | 15.2mg | 18.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.658g | 10.867g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.31g | 4.844g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.053g | 0.509g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.029g |
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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
15%
22%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
66%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.38g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mozzarella is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kefir is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 49mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Kefir is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 10.209g)
Which food is cheaper?
Kefir is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.