Mozzarella cheese sticks vs. Pizza — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between mozzarella cheese sticks and pizza
- Mozzarella cheese sticks have more vitamin B12, phosphorus, vitamin K, and calcium; however, pizza is richer in iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, and folate.
- Mozzarella cheese sticks cover your daily vitamin B12 needs 22% more than pizza.
- Pizza has 4 times less vitamin K than mozzarella cheese sticks. Mozzarella cheese sticks have 25.4µg of vitamin K, while pizza has 6.7µg.
- Pizza contains less sodium.
Specific food types used in this comparison are DENNY'S, mozzarella cheese sticks and Fast Food, Pizza Chain, 14" pizza, cheese topping, regular crust.
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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 | +76.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +47.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +65.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +14.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +42.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +195.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +56.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -40.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +22.8% |
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 | +39.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +31.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +126.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +279.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +12.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +160% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +290.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +257.7% |
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:
11.39 g
Fats:
9.69 g
Carbs:
33.33 g
Water:
43.17 g
Other:
2.42 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +19.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +84.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +53.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.7% |
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
4.465 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.608 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.681 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +64.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +203.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -32.8% |
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:
26.95 g
Sucrose:
0.2 g
Glucose:
0.78 g
Fructose:
1 g
Lactose:
0.42 g
Maltose:
1.05 g
Galactose:
0.13 g
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +178.6% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +76.9% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +24.4% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +23.8% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +400% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +75% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.104g | 1.681g | 23% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.95µg | 0.42µg | 22% |
| Iron | 0.84mg | 2.48mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 358mg | 216mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.39mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.98mg | 3.825mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 1008mg | 598mg | 18% |
| Folate | 26µg | 93µg | 17% |
| Vitamin K | 25.4µg | 6.7µg | 16% |
| Calcium | 331mg | 188mg | 14% |
| Fats | 17.87g | 9.69g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 6.643g | 4.465g | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 8% | |
| Selenium | 16.2µg | 19.9µg | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.98mg | 1.34mg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 17mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.257mg | 0.195mg | 5% |
| Protein | 13.56g | 11.39g | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.287g | 2.608g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.105mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 96µg | 69µg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 2.3g | 3% |
| Choline | 16.4mg | 3% | |
| Calories | 324kcal | 266kcal | 3% |
| Starch | 21.67g | 26.95g | 2% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 172mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 27.22g | 33.33g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.4mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.74mg | 0.83mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 1g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 25.62g | 31.03g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.83g | 3.58g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.363mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.084mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.372g | 0.241g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.175mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.472mg | 0.41mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.718mg | 0.564mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.468mg | 1.139mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.211mg | 0.77mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.411mg | 0.264mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.811mg | 0.664mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.934mg | 0.72mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.441mg | 0.355mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.524g | 0.175g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.045g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.306g | 1.367g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
65%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pizza is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 15mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pizza contains less Sodium (difference - 410mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pizza is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.178g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.75g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 60)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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