Neufchâtel cheese vs. Tofu — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are neufchâtel cheese and tofu different?
- Neufchâtel cheese is richer in vitamin A and vitamin B12, while tofu is higher in iron, manganese, calcium, copper, and selenium.
- Tofu covers your daily need for iron, 65% more than neufchâtel cheese.
- Neufchâtel cheese has a higher glycemic index (27) than tofu (15).
Cheese, neufchatel and Tofu, raw, regular, prepared with calcium sulfate 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 PotassiumPotassium | +25.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +42.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +200% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +199.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +4023.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +614.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +5400% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +196.7% |
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 EVitamin E | +3900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +198.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +745.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +268.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +14.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +41.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.15 g
Fats:
22.78 g
Carbs:
3.59 g
Water:
63.11 g
Other:
1.37 g
Protein:
8.08 g
Fats:
4.78 g
Carbs:
1.87 g
Water:
84.55 g
Other:
0.72 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +13.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +376.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +92% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +90.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +34% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
12.79 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.784 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.97 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.691 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.056 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.699 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +447.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +178.2% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.13mg | 5.36mg | 65% |
| Saturated fat | 12.79g | 0.691g | 55% |
| Fats | 22.78g | 4.78g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 241µg | 27% | |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.605mg | 26% |
| Cholesterol | 74mg | 0mg | 25% |
| Calcium | 117mg | 350mg | 23% |
| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.193mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 334mg | 7mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.784g | 1.056g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.97g | 2.699g | 12% |
| Selenium | 3µg | 8.9µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.575mg | 0.068mg | 10% |
| Calories | 253kcal | 76kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.155mg | 0.052mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 138mg | 97mg | 6% |
| Choline | 28.8mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.022mg | 0.081mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 30mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.4mg | 0.01mg | 3% |
| Protein | 9.15g | 8.08g | 2% |
| Potassium | 152mg | 121mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 2.4µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.59g | 1.87g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.59g | 1.57g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.19g | 0.62g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.82mg | 0.8mg | 0% |
| Starch | 0.5g | 0% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 0.195mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.047mg | 0% |
| Folate | 14µg | 15µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.106mg | 0.12mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.359mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.501mg | 0.435mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.013mg | 0.713mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.875mg | 0.452mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.294mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.448mg | 0.428mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.609mg | 0.446mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.27mg | 0.221mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.117g | 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
18%
6%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tofu is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 74mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tofu is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.57g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tofu contains less Sodium (difference - 327mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tofu is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.099g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tofu is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is cheaper?
Tofu is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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