Mozzarella cheese sticks vs. General tso's chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are mozzarella cheese sticks and general tso's chicken different?
- Mozzarella cheese sticks are higher in phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, manganese, vitamin B2, and vitamin B1; however, general tso's chicken is richer in vitamin B3 and vitamin K.
- Daily need coverage for phosphorus for mozzarella cheese sticks is 33% higher.
- Mozzarella cheese sticks contain 28 times more calcium than general tso's chicken. While mozzarella cheese sticks contain 331mg of calcium, general tso's chicken contains only 12mg.
- General tso's chicken has less saturated fat.
DENNY'S, mozzarella cheese sticks and Restaurant, Chinese, general tso's chicken 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +16.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2658.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +45.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +52.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +181.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +384% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +12.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +66.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +38.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -56.8% |
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 | +772.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +455.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +117.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +331.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +136.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +63.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +191.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +62.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +140.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +50.4% |
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:
12.9 g
Fats:
16.36 g
Carbs:
23.99 g
Water:
45.15 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +13.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +132.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +20% |
~equal in
Protein
~12.9g
~equal in
Fats
~16.36g
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
2.76 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.879 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.501 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -58.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +47% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~3.879g
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:
11.83 g
Sucrose:
10.46 g
Glucose:
0.62 g
Fructose:
0.51 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +83.2% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +155% |
~equal in
Glucose
~0.62g
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 vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Phosphorus | 358mg | 127mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 331mg | 12mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.95µg | 0.22µg | 30% |
| Sodium | 1008mg | 435mg | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 6.643g | 2.76g | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.104g | 7.501g | 16% |
| Manganese | 0.363mg | 0.075mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.98mg | 2.853mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.257mg | 0.118mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 25.4µg | 38.2µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.027mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.084mg | 0.202mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 96µg | 11µg | 9% |
| Choline | 41.5mg | 8% | |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 53mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.98mg | 1.3mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.617mg | 5% |
| Starch | 21.67g | 11.83g | 4% |
| Folate | 26µg | 11µg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.84mg | 1.16mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 0.9g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.74mg | 1.21mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 16.2µg | 14.4µg | 3% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 201mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 2% | |
| Fats | 17.87g | 16.36g | 2% |
| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.046mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.287g | 3.879g | 1% |
| Calories | 324kcal | 295kcal | 1% |
| Protein | 13.56g | 12.9g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 1% | |
| Carbs | 27.22g | 23.99g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 25.62g | 23.09g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.83g | 11.6g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.372g | 0.09g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.175mg | 0.142mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.472mg | 0.552mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.718mg | 0.564mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.468mg | 1.026mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.211mg | 1.089mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.411mg | 0.332mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.811mg | 0.563mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.934mg | 0.607mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.441mg | 0.333mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0.51g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.524g | 0.84g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.045g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0.011g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.306g | 6.47g | 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
31%
28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
65%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.77g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
General tso's chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 573mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
General tso's chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.883g)
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 vitamins?
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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.