Mozzarella cheese sticks vs. Crab stick — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are mozzarella cheese sticks and crab stick different?
- Mozzarella cheese sticks are higher in calcium, vitamin K, vitamin B12, manganese, zinc, vitamin B2, and phosphorus; however, crab stick is richer in selenium.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for mozzarella cheese sticks is 32% higher.
- Mozzarella cheese sticks contain 64 times more vitamin K than crab stick. While mozzarella cheese sticks contain 25.4µg of vitamin K, crab stick contains only 0.4µg.
- Crab stick has less saturated fat.
DENNY'S, mozzarella cheese sticks and Crustaceans, crab, alaska king, imitation, made from surimi 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 | +2446.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +34.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +115.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +109.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +500% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +27% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3200% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +104.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -47.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +37.7% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +335.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +221.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +58.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +6250% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +54.8% |
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:
7.62 g
Fats:
0.46 g
Carbs:
15 g
Water:
74.66 g
Other:
2.26 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +78% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3784.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +81.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +64.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +98.4% |
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
0.216 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.275 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.143 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1458.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3469.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
21.67 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.63 g
Fructose:
0.2 g
Lactose:
1.17 g
Maltose:
0.6 g
Galactose:
0.23 g
Starch:
3.5 g
Sucrose:
2.95 g
Glucose:
2.68 g
Fructose:
0.62 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +519.1% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +325.4% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +210% |
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 minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.104g | 0.143g | 33% |
| Calcium | 331mg | 13mg | 32% |
| Saturated fat | 6.643g | 0.216g | 29% |
| Fats | 17.87g | 0.46g | 27% |
| Vitamin K | 25.4µg | 0.4µg | 21% |
| Sodium | 1008mg | 529mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.95µg | 0.57µg | 16% |
| Manganese | 0.363mg | 0.011mg | 15% |
| Zinc | 1.98mg | 0.33mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.257mg | 0.08mg | 14% |
| Protein | 13.56g | 7.62g | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 358mg | 282mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 16.2µg | 22.3µg | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 96µg | 0µg | 11% |
| Calories | 324kcal | 95kcal | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.03mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.287g | 0.275g | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Starch | 21.67g | 3.5g | 7% |
| Folate | 26µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.84mg | 0.39mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 43mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 27.22g | 15g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 20mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.084mg | 0.13mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.74mg | 0.17mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 0.5g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.032mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.98mg | 0.62mg | 2% |
| Choline | 13mg | 2% | |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0.62g | 1% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 90mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 25.62g | 14.5g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.83g | 6.25g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.372g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.175mg | 0.075mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.472mg | 0.285mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.718mg | 0.23mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.468mg | 0.607mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.211mg | 0.707mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.411mg | 0.261mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.811mg | 0.26mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.934mg | 0.286mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.441mg | 0.156mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.028g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.524g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.045g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.306g | 0.089g | 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
31%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
65%
39%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.42g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is cheaper (difference - $12)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Crab stick is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Crab stick contains less Sodium (difference - 479mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Crab stick is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.427g)