Mozzarella cheese sticks vs. Tortilla chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between mozzarella cheese sticks and tortilla chips?
- Mozzarella cheese sticks are higher in vitamin B12, calcium, selenium, phosphorus, and vitamin B2, yet tortilla chips are higher in vitamin E, fiber, and magnesium.
- Mozzarella cheese sticks' daily need coverage for sodium is 30% more.
- Mozzarella cheese sticks have 4 times more selenium than tortilla chips. While mozzarella cheese sticks have 16.2µg of selenium, tortilla chips have only 4.4µg.
- The amount of sodium in tortilla chips is lower.
We used DENNY'S, mozzarella cheese sticks and Snacks, tortilla chips, plain, white corn, salted types 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 CalciumCalcium | +212.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +43.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +59.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +268.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +300% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +50.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +81% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +44.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -67.5% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +267.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +16.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +27.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +163.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +21.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +116.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +377% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +113.1% |
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:
7.1 g
Fats:
20.68 g
Carbs:
67.78 g
Water:
2.64 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +91% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1325.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +106.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +15.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +149% |
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
2.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.664 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.769 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -57.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +32.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +111% |
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:
62.53 g
Sucrose:
0.78 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +188.6% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
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 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 | 10.769g | 38% |
| Sodium | 1008mg | 328mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.95µg | 0.36µg | 25% |
| Calcium | 331mg | 106mg | 23% |
| Selenium | 16.2µg | 4.4µg | 21% |
| Vitamin E | 0.74mg | 3.53mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 358mg | 225mg | 19% |
| Starch | 21.67g | 62.53g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 6.643g | 2.811g | 17% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 84mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 5.4g | 15% |
| Carbs | 27.22g | 67.78g | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.257mg | 0.07mg | 14% |
| Protein | 13.56g | 7.1g | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 96µg | 0µg | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Iron | 0.84mg | 1.52mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.084mg | 0.179mg | 7% |
| Calories | 324kcal | 472kcal | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.98mg | 1.38mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 25.4µg | 20.9µg | 4% |
| Folate | 26µg | 12µg | 4% |
| Choline | 19.4mg | 4% | |
| Fats | 17.87g | 20.68g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.097mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.287g | 5.664g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.297mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 182mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.363mg | 0.388mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.14mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.98mg | 0.838mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 25.62g | 62.38g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.83g | 0.78g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.372g | 0.812g | 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 | 0g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.524g | 0.23g | 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 | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.306g | 9.695g | 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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
65%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tortilla chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tortilla chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.05g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tortilla chips contains less Sodium (difference - 680mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tortilla chips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.832g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 84)
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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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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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