Nachos vs. Swiss cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are nachos and Swiss cheese different?
- Nachos are richer in vitamin E and vitamin K, while Swiss cheese is higher in vitamin B12, calcium, phosphorus, selenium, zinc, and vitamin A.
- Swiss cheese covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 125% more than nachos.
- Nachos contain 14 times more vitamin K than Swiss cheese. Nachos contain 19.3µg of vitamin K, while Swiss cheese contains 1.4µg.
- Nachos are lower in saturated fat.
- Nachos have a higher glycemic index (75) than Swiss cheese (27).
Fast foods, nachos, with cheese and Cheese, swiss types were used 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +27.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +402.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +476.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +36.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +619.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1312.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +408.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +189.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -40.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +248.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +580% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1018.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +884.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +202.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1278.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +70.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +5660% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +127.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +4271.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.32 g
Fats:
21.5 g
Carbs:
34.91 g
Water:
37.4 g
Other:
1.87 g
Protein:
26.96 g
Fats:
30.99 g
Carbs:
1.44 g
Water:
37.63 g
Other:
2.98 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2324.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +524.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +44.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +59.4% |
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Water
~37.63g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.173 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
14.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.04 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.227 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.046 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.341 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -88.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +74.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +275.8% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 3.06µg | 125% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 890mg | 83% |
| Saturated fat | 2.173g | 18.227g | 73% |
| Phosphorus | 198mg | 574mg | 54% |
| Protein | 4.32g | 26.96g | 45% |
| Selenium | 8.6µg | 30µg | 39% |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 4.37mg | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 288µg | 31% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 93mg | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.04g | 1.341g | 25% |
| Vitamin E | 4.08mg | 0.6mg | 23% |
| Vitamin K | 19.3µg | 1.4µg | 15% |
| Fats | 21.5g | 30.99g | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 14.02g | 8.046g | 15% |
| Fiber | 3.2g | 0g | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.133mg | 0.302mg | 13% |
| Starch | 28.33g | 12% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.071mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 34.91g | 1.44g | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.123mg | 0.011mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 362mg | 72mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.75mg | 0.13mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.187mg | 0.026mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 313mg | 187mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.63mg | 0.064mg | 4% |
| Calories | 343kcal | 393kcal | 3% |
| Copper | 0.064mg | 0.047mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 42mg | 33mg | 2% |
| Choline | 26.4mg | 15.5mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.353mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 31.71g | 1.44g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.17g | 0g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.058g | 0.987g | N/A |
| Folate | 10µg | 10µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0.401mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.156mg | 1.038mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.187mg | 1.537mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.521mg | 2.959mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.156mg | 2.585mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.094mg | 0.784mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.229mg | 1.662mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.25mg | 2.139mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.135mg | 1.065mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.617g | 0.125g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.018g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.032g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.032g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.343g | 0.734g | 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
24%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
87%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Swiss cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.17g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Swiss cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 126mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Swiss cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 48)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Nachos is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 90mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Nachos is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 16.054g)
Which food is cheaper?
Nachos is cheaper (difference - $3.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Nachos is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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