Mozzarella cheese sticks vs. Granola bars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mozzarella cheese sticks and granola bars?
- Mozzarella cheese sticks are richer in vitamin B12, calcium, and phosphorus, yet granola bars are richer in manganese, copper, iron, magnesium, and fiber.
- Granola bars' daily need coverage for manganese is 61% higher.
- Granola bars contain less sodium.
We used DENNY'S, mozzarella cheese sticks and Snacks, granola bars, hard, plain types in this comparison.
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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 | +442.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +29.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +361.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +177.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +251.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +485.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -70.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +389.5% |
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 | +4700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +116% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +74% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +13% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +182.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +76% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +61.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +113.9% |
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:
10.1 g
Fats:
19.8 g
Carbs:
64.4 g
Water:
3.9 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +34.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +864.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +106.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +10.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +136.6% |
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
2.37 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.05 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -64.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +136.1% |
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Monounsaturated fat
~4.38g
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.363mg | 1.777mg | 61% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.104g | 12.05g | 46% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.95µg | 0µg | 40% |
| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.392mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 1008mg | 294mg | 31% |
| Calcium | 331mg | 61mg | 27% |
| Iron | 0.84mg | 2.95mg | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 6.643g | 2.37g | 19% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 97mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 5.3g | 15% |
| Carbs | 27.22g | 64.4g | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 358mg | 277mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.257mg | 0.119mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.264mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 96µg | 2µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.813mg | 9% |
| Starch | 21.67g | 9% | |
| Vitamin K | 25.4µg | 14.6µg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 0.74mg | 2.09mg | 9% |
| Protein | 13.56g | 10.1g | 7% |
| Calories | 324kcal | 471kcal | 7% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 336mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.98mg | 1.581mg | 4% |
| Choline | 22mg | 4% | |
| Fats | 17.87g | 19.8g | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 1% | |
| Folate | 26µg | 23µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 25.62g | 59.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.83g | 28.57g | N/A |
| Zinc | 1.98mg | 2.03mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 16.2µg | 16.2µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.084mg | 0.085mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.372g | N/A | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.287g | 4.38g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.175mg | 0.177mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.472mg | 0.264mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.718mg | 0.352mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.468mg | 0.724mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.211mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.411mg | 0.177mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.811mg | 0.479mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.934mg | 0.508mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.441mg | 0.216mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.524g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.045g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.306g | 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%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
65%
89%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is lower in Sugar (difference - 25.74g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Granola bars is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Granola bars contains less Sodium (difference - 714mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Granola bars is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.273g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Granola bars is relatively richer in minerals
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.