Monterey Jack vs. Cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between monterey Jack and cheese
- Monterey Jack is richer in iron, yet cheese is richer in selenium, vitamin B12, vitamin A, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for cheese is 25% higher.
- Monterey Jack contains 5 times more iron than cheese. Monterey Jack contains 0.72mg of iron, while cheese contains 0.14mg.
- Cheese has a lower glycemic index than monterey Jack.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, monterey and Cheese, cheddar.
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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 IronIron | +414.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +21.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +145.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +96.6% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +57.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +19.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +173.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +93.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +95.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +32.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.48 g
Fats:
30.28 g
Carbs:
0.68 g
Water:
41.01 g
Other:
3.55 g
Protein:
22.87 g
Fats:
33.31 g
Carbs:
3.09 g
Water:
37.02 g
Other:
3.71 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +354.4% |
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Protein
~22.87g
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Fats
~33.31g
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Water
~37.02g
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Other
~3.71g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
19.066 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.751 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.899 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.867 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.246 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.421 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +58.1% |
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Saturated fat
~18.867g
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~9.246g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 14.5µg | 28.5µg | 25% |
| Vitamin A | 198µg | 330µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.83µg | 1.1µg | 11% |
| Iron | 0.72mg | 0.14mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 3mg | 3.64mg | 6% |
| Fats | 30.28g | 33.31g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.21mg | 0.41mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 746mg | 710mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.899g | 1.421g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 99mg | 3% |
| Protein | 24.48g | 22.87g | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.39mg | 0.428mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 0.71mg | 3% |
| Calories | 373kcal | 404kcal | 2% |
| Folate | 18µg | 27µg | 2% |
| Sodium | 600mg | 653mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 444mg | 455mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 19.066g | 18.867g | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.027mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.029mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.079mg | 0.066mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 0.68g | 3.09g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.751g | 9.246g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.68g | 3.09g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 22IU | 24IU | 0% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 27mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 81mg | 76mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 0.48g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.032mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0.6µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.093mg | 0.059mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 2.4µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.917g | N/A | |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 16.5mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.315mg | 0.547mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.871mg | 1.044mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.519mg | 1.206mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.344mg | 1.939mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.037mg | 1.025mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.641mg | 0.547mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.289mg | 1.074mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.635mg | 1.404mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.859mg | 0.547mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.017g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 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
26%
35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
72%
79%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Monterey Jack is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Monterey Jack contains less Sodium (difference - 53mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.02g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cheese is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.199g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Cheese is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheese is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.