Mozzarella cheese sticks vs. Lo mein — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mozzarella cheese sticks and lo mein?
- Lo mein has less phosphorus, vitamin B12, calcium, zinc, vitamin K, vitamin B2, and vitamin A than mozzarella cheese sticks.
- Mozzarella cheese sticks' daily need coverage for phosphorus is 45% higher.
- Lo mein contains less cholesterol.
We used DENNY'S, mozzarella cheese sticks and Restaurant, Chinese, vegetable lo mein, without meat 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1476.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +15.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +450% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +695.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +51.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +38.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +27.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -57.3% |
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 | +966.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +146.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +219.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +107.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +21% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +40.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +23.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +100% |
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:
4.77 g
Fats:
2.35 g
Carbs:
20.16 g
Water:
71.33 g
Other:
1.39 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +184.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +660.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +35% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +167.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +89.6% |
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
0.464 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.592 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.291 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +624.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +295.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93% |
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:
16.73 g
Sucrose:
1.63 g
Glucose:
0.37 g
Fructose:
0.33 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.3 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +29.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +70.3% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +100% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +65% |
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 Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Phosphorus | 358mg | 45mg | 45% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.95µg | 0µg | 40% |
| Calcium | 331mg | 21mg | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 6.643g | 0.464g | 28% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.104g | 1.291g | 25% |
| Sodium | 1008mg | 430mg | 25% |
| Fats | 17.87g | 2.35g | 24% |
| Protein | 13.56g | 4.77g | 18% |
| Zinc | 1.98mg | 0.36mg | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 25.4µg | 12.7µg | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 96µg | 9µg | 10% |
| Calories | 324kcal | 121kcal | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.257mg | 0.124mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.047mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.287g | 0.592g | 9% |
| Selenium | 16.2µg | 11.7µg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.363mg | 0.24mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.84mg | 1.07mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.74mg | 0.3mg | 3% |
| Choline | 8.9mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.27mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 14mg | 2% |
| Starch | 21.67g | 16.73g | 2% |
| Carbs | 27.22g | 20.16g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 1.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.98mg | 0.81mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.084mg | 0.068mg | 1% |
| Folate | 26µg | 28µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 25.62g | 18.86g | N/A |
| Potassium | 121mg | 105mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.83g | 2.63g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.064mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.372g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.175mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.472mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.718mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.468mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.211mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.411mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.811mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.934mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.441mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0.33g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.524g | 0.141g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.045g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.306g | 1.134g | 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%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
65%
27%
Comparison summary
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?
Lo mein is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lo mein is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lo mein contains less Sodium (difference - 578mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lo mein is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.179g)
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 ($)