Mozzarella cheese sticks vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between mozzarella cheese sticks and potato chips
- Mozzarella cheese sticks have more vitamin B12, calcium, and phosphorus; however, potato chips are richer in vitamin E, vitamin B6, potassium, copper, and vitamin B3.
- Potato chips' daily need coverage for vitamin E is 56% more.
- Potato chips contain less sodium.
The food varieties used in the comparison are DENNY'S, mozzarella cheese sticks and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted.
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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 | +1279.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +81.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +117% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +100% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +219% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +953.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +94% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +356.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +21.2% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +30.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +14.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1131.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +11.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +290.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +685.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +73.1% |
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 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +93.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1880.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +93.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +94.3% |
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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
10.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.17 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -39.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +129.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +138.4% |
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 |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin E | 0.74mg | 9.11mg | 56% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.104g | 12.17g | 47% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.084mg | 0.66mg | 44% |
| Sodium | 1008mg | 8mg | 43% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.95µg | 0µg | 40% |
| Vitamin C | 31.1mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 121mg | 1275mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 331mg | 24mg | 31% |
| Phosphorus | 358mg | 165mg | 28% |
| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.306mg | 27% |
| Fats | 17.87g | 34.6g | 26% |
| Histidine | 0.441mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 6.643g | 10.96g | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.98mg | 3.827mg | 18% |
| Selenium | 16.2µg | 8.1µg | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.287g | 9.84g | 14% |
| Protein | 13.56g | 7g | 13% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 4.8g | 13% |
| Calories | 324kcal | 536kcal | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 96µg | 0µg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 67mg | 11% |
| Iron | 0.84mg | 1.63mg | 10% |
| Starch | 21.67g | 9% | |
| Carbs | 27.22g | 52.9g | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.98mg | 1.09mg | 8% |
| Choline | 37.5mg | 7% | |
| Folate | 26µg | 45µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.257mg | 0.197mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 25.4µg | 22.1µg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.363mg | 0.44mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.167mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 25.62g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.83g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.372g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.175mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.472mg | 0.253mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.718mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.468mg | 0.419mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.211mg | 0.424mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.411mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.811mg | 0.31mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.934mg | 0.392mg | 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 |
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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%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
65%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.61g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 1000mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.317g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is cheaper?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.