Mashed potato vs. Mozzarella — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mashed potato and mozzarella?
- Mozzarella has more calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, vitamin B2, and vitamin A than mashed potato.
- Mozzarella's daily need coverage for calcium is 71% higher.
- Mozzarella has 19 times less sodium than mashed potato. Mashed potato has 306mg of sodium, while mozzarella has 16mg.
- Mashed potato has a higher glycemic index (87) than mozzarella (27).
We used Fast foods, potato, mashed 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 | +201.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +24% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +29.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +73.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3961.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1322.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +788.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1862.5% |
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 EVitamin E | +180% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +227.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +218.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2166.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1214.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +37.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.65 g
Fats:
2.82 g
Carbs:
14.65 g
Water:
79.62 g
Other:
1.26 g
Protein:
27.5 g
Fats:
17.1 g
Carbs:
3.1 g
Water:
49.9 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +372.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +59.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1566.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +506.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +90.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.577 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.72 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.342 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 | -94.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +163.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +572.8% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 18mg | 731mg | 71% |
| Phosphorus | 59mg | 524mg | 66% |
| Protein | 1.65g | 27.5g | 52% |
| Saturated fat | 0.577g | 10.867g | 47% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0.92µg | 35% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 15.7µg | 27% |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 3.13mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.34mg | 25% |
| Fats | 2.82g | 17.1g | 22% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 54mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 306mg | 16mg | 13% |
| Calories | 89kcal | 280kcal | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.72g | 4.844g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 43µg | 137µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 0.12mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 286mg | 95mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.342g | 0.509g | 6% |
| Starch | 12.1g | 5% | |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 0g | 5% |
| Carbs | 14.65g | 3.1g | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.098mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 1.8µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 26mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 0.08mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.3µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 13IU | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 0.15mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.035mg | 0.027mg | 1% |
| Choline | 13.4mg | 18.4mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.31mg | 0.25mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 13.35g | 3.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 1.23g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Folate | 9µg | 9µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.105g | N/A | |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.174g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.146g | 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
9%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
66%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 290mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 60)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mashed potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mashed potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.73g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mashed potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.29g)
Which food is cheaper?
Mashed potato is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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