Matzo vs. Swiss cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between matzo and Swiss cheese?
- Matzo is higher in iron, vitamin B1, manganese, and vitamin B3, yet Swiss cheese is higher in vitamin B12, calcium, phosphorus, and zinc.
- Swiss cheese's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 128% more.
- Matzo has 61 times more vitamin B3 than Swiss cheese. While matzo has 3.892mg of vitamin B3, Swiss cheese has only 0.064mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in matzo is lower.
We used Crackers, matzo, plain and Cheese, swiss types 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 PotassiumPotassium | +55.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2330.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +27.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2400% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +23% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +32% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +6746.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +542.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +544.9% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +3418.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +5981.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +25.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +62% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +70% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +366.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +43.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10 g
Fats:
1.4 g
Carbs:
83.7 g
Water:
4.3 g
Other:
0.6 g
Protein:
26.96 g
Fats:
30.99 g
Carbs:
1.44 g
Water:
37.63 g
Other:
2.98 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +5712.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +169.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2113.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +775.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +396.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.226 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.127 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.603 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.227 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.046 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.341 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +6235.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +122.4% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 3.06µg | 128% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 890mg | 88% |
| Saturated fat | 0.226g | 18.227g | 82% |
| Phosphorus | 89mg | 574mg | 69% |
| Fats | 1.4g | 30.99g | 46% |
| Iron | 3.16mg | 0.13mg | 38% |
| Zinc | 0.68mg | 4.37mg | 34% |
| Protein | 10g | 26.96g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 288µg | 32% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.387mg | 0.011mg | 31% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 93mg | 31% |
| Manganese | 0.65mg | 0.026mg | 27% |
| Carbs | 83.7g | 1.44g | 27% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.892mg | 0.064mg | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.127g | 8.046g | 20% |
| Selenium | 36.9µg | 30µg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3g | 0g | 12% |
| Sodium | 0mg | 187mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.603g | 1.341g | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.06mg | 0.6mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.115mg | 0.071mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.443mg | 0.353mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 33mg | 2% |
| Folate | 17µg | 10µg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.047mg | 1% |
| Choline | 10.8mg | 15.5mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 112mg | 72mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.291mg | 0.302mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 1.4µg | 1% |
| Calories | 395kcal | 393kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 80.7g | 1.44g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.29g | 0g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.987g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.116mg | 0.401mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.267mg | 1.038mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.371mg | 1.537mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.692mg | 2.959mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.193mg | 2.585mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.176mg | 0.784mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.494mg | 1.662mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.42mg | 2.139mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.213mg | 1.065mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.018g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.032g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.734g | 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
24%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
51%
87%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Swiss cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.29g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Matzo is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 93mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Matzo contains less Sodium (difference - 187mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Matzo is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.001g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Matzo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Matzo is cheaper (difference - $3.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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