Mozzarella cheese sticks vs. Caramel popcorn — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Mozzarella cheese sticks and Caramel popcorn different?
- Mozzarella cheese sticks are higher in Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, Calcium, Selenium, and Vitamin K, however, Caramel popcorn is richer in Iron, Copper, and Manganese.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Mozzarella cheese sticks is 40% higher.
- Mozzarella cheese sticks contain 7 times more Vitamin K than Caramel popcorn. While Mozzarella cheese sticks contain 25.4µg of Vitamin K, Caramel popcorn contains only 3.9µg.
- Caramel popcorn has less Saturated Fat.
DENNY'S, mozzarella cheese sticks and Snacks, popcorn, caramel-coated, with peanuts are the varieties used 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 CalciumCalcium | +401.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +59.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +181.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +315.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +281% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +193.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +365.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +343.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -82.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +110.5% |
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 AVitamin A | +339.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +194.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +104% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +65.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +551.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +62.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +14.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +103.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +120.2% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.56 g
Fats:
17.87 g
Carbs:
27.22 g
Water:
37.63 g
Other:
3.72 g
Protein:
6.4 g
Fats:
7.8 g
Carbs:
80.7 g
Water:
3.3 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +111.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +129.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1040.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +106.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +196.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
6.643 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.287 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.104 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.04 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.27 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +57% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +56.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -84.3% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 324kcal | 400kcal |
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| Protein | 13.56g | 6.4g |
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| Fats | 17.87g | 7.8g |
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| Net carbs | 25.62g | 76.9g |
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| Carbs | 27.22g | 80.7g |
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| Cholesterol | 32mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 21mg | 80mg |
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| Calcium | 331mg | 66mg |
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| Potassium | 121mg | 355mg |
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| Iron | 0.84mg | 3.91mg |
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| Sugar | 2.83g | 45.36g |
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| Fiber | 1.6g | 3.8g |
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| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.297mg |
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| Zinc | 1.98mg | 1.24mg |
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| Starch | 21.67g |
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| Phosphorus | 358mg | 127mg |
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| Sodium | 1008mg | 177mg |
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| Vitamin A | 343IU | 78IU |
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| Vitamin A | 96µg | 4µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.74mg | 0.85mg |
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| Manganese | 0.363mg | 0.764mg |
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| Selenium | 16.2µg | 3.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.051mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.257mg | 0.126mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.98mg | 1.99mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.23mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.084mg | 0.185mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.95µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 25.4µg | 3.9µg |
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| Folate | 26µg | 16µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.372g | 0g |
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| Choline | 17.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 6.643g | 1.04g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.287g | 2.73g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.104g | 3.27g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.175mg | 0.052mg |
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| Threonine | 0.472mg | 0.231mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.718mg | 0.227mg |
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| Leucine | 1.468mg | 0.641mg |
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| Lysine | 1.211mg | 0.199mg |
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| Methionine | 0.411mg | 0.112mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.811mg | 0.32mg |
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| Valine | 0.934mg | 0.303mg |
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| Histidine | 0.441mg | 0.182mg |
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| Fructose | 0.2g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.524g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.045g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.306g |
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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
30%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
65%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is lower in Sugar (difference - 42.53g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Caramel popcorn is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caramel popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 831mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Caramel popcorn is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.603g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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