Monterey Jack vs. Kit Kat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between monterey Jack and kit Kat
- Monterey Jack is richer in calcium, phosphorus, zinc, selenium, vitamin B2, vitamin A, and vitamin B12, yet kit Kat is richer in copper.
- Daily need coverage for calcium for monterey Jack is 62% higher.
- Monterey Jack contains 33 times more zinc than kit Kat. Monterey Jack contains 3mg of zinc, while kit Kat contains 0.09mg.
- Kit Kat contains less sodium.
- Monterey Jack has a lower glycemic index than kit Kat.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, monterey and Candies, KIT KAT Wafer Bar.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +496.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +3233.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +228.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +190% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +37% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +185.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +38.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +587.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +809.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +725% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +85.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +295% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +48.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +28.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +30.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +680% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +437.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +204.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +108% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +101.3% |
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:
6.51 g
Fats:
25.99 g
Carbs:
64.59 g
Water:
1.63 g
Other:
1.28 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +276% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +16.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2416% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +177.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +9398.5% |
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
17.953 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.844 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.895 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +49.7% |
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Saturated fat
~17.953g
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Polyunsaturated fat
~0.895g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 746mg | 125mg | 62% |
| Phosphorus | 444mg | 135mg | 44% |
| Protein | 24.48g | 6.51g | 36% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 11mg | 26% |
| Zinc | 3mg | 0.09mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 600mg | 54mg | 24% |
| Carbs | 0.68g | 64.59g | 21% |
| Copper | 0.032mg | 0.22mg | 21% |
| Vitamin A | 198µg | 24µg | 19% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 5µg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.39mg | 0.21mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.83µg | 0.56µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.21mg | 0.64mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.117mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.751g | 5.844g | 7% |
| Calories | 373kcal | 518kcal | 7% |
| Fats | 30.28g | 25.99g | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.079mg | 0.02mg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 19.066g | 17.953g | 5% |
| Starch | 10.6g | 4% | |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 14mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.1mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.72mg | 1mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 81mg | 231mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1g | 4% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 31mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 22IU | 0IU | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.093mg | 0.5mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 5.2µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 37mg | 2% |
| Folate | 18µg | 14µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 0.34mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.68g | 63.59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 48.68g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.099g | N/A | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.899g | 0.895g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.315mg | 0.09mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.871mg | 0.19mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.519mg | 0.28mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.344mg | 0.52mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.037mg | 0.28mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.641mg | 0.16mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.289mg | 0.27mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.635mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.859mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.075g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Monterey Jack is lower in Sugar (difference - 48.18g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Monterey Jack is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kit Kat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 78mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kit Kat contains less Sodium (difference - 546mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kit Kat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.113g)
Which food is cheaper?
Kit Kat is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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