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Oregano vs. Mozzarella — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Oregano and Mozzarella

  • Oregano is richer in Vitamin K, Iron, Fiber, Vitamin E , Calcium, Vitamin B6, Copper, Magnesium, and Folate, yet Mozzarella is richer in Phosphorus.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin K from Oregano is 517% higher.

Food types used in this article are Spices, oregano, dried and Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium.

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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 Calcium +118.5%
Contains more Iron +14620%
Contains more Magnesium +938.5%
Contains more Potassium +1226.3%
Contains more Copper +2244.4%
Contains more Phosphorus +254.1%
Contains less Sodium -36%
Contains more Zinc +16.4%
Contains more Selenium +248.9%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 480% 1380% 193% 64% 112% 4% 74% 212% 651% 25%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 220% 10% 19% 225% 9% 3% 86% 9% 0% 86%
Contains more Calcium +118.5%
Contains more Iron +14620%
Contains more Magnesium +938.5%
Contains more Potassium +1226.3%
Contains more Copper +2244.4%
Contains more Phosphorus +254.1%
Contains less Sodium -36%
Contains more Zinc +16.4%
Contains more Selenium +248.9%

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.
Oregano
10
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Contains more Vitamin A +229%
Contains more Vitamin E +12073.3%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +785%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +55.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +3766.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +1205%
Contains more Folate +2533.3%
Contains more Vitamin K +34438.9%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 103% 366% 0% 8% 45% 122% 87% 56% 241% 178% 0% 1555%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 32% 3% 9% 0% 5% 79% 3% 0% 19% 7% 115% 5%
Contains more Vitamin A +229%
Contains more Vitamin E +12073.3%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +785%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +55.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +3766.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +1205%
Contains more Folate +2533.3%
Contains more Vitamin K +34438.9%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +2123.2%
Contains more Other +227.9%
Contains more Protein +205.6%
Contains more Fats +299.5%
Contains more Water +402.5%
9% 4% 69% 10% 8%
Protein: 9 g
Fats: 4.28 g
Carbs: 68.92 g
Water: 9.93 g
Other: 7.87 g
28% 17% 3% 50% 2%
Protein: 27.5 g
Fats: 17.1 g
Carbs: 3.1 g
Water: 49.9 g
Other: 2.4 g
Contains more Carbs +2123.2%
Contains more Other +227.9%
Contains more Protein +205.6%
Contains more Fats +299.5%
Contains more Water +402.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -85.7%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +169%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +576.5%
43% 20% 38%
Saturated Fat: 1.551 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.716 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.369 g
67% 30% 3%
Saturated Fat: 10.867 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 4.844 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.509 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -85.7%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +169%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +576.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Oregano Mozzarella
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in price ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Oregano Mozzarella Opinion
Net carbs 26.42g 3.1g Oregano
Protein 9g 27.5g Mozzarella
Fats 4.28g 17.1g Mozzarella
Carbs 68.92g 3.1g Oregano
Calories 265kcal 280kcal Mozzarella
Fructose 1.13g Oregano
Sugar 4.09g 1.23g Mozzarella
Fiber 42.5g 0g Oregano
Calcium 1597mg 731mg Oregano
Iron 36.8mg 0.25mg Oregano
Magnesium 270mg 26mg Oregano
Phosphorus 148mg 524mg Mozzarella
Potassium 1260mg 95mg Oregano
Sodium 25mg 16mg Mozzarella
Zinc 2.69mg 3.13mg Mozzarella
Copper 0.633mg 0.027mg Oregano
Manganese 4.99mg Oregano
Selenium 4.5µg 15.7µg Mozzarella
Vitamin A 1701IU 517IU Oregano
Vitamin A RAE 85µg 137µg Mozzarella
Vitamin E 18.26mg 0.15mg Oregano
Vitamin D 0IU 13IU Mozzarella
Vitamin D 0µg 0.3µg Mozzarella
Vitamin C 2.3mg 0mg Oregano
Vitamin B1 0.177mg 0.02mg Oregano
Vitamin B2 0.528mg 0.34mg Oregano
Vitamin B3 4.64mg 0.12mg Oregano
Vitamin B5 0.921mg Oregano
Vitamin B6 1.044mg 0.08mg Oregano
Folate 237µg 9µg Oregano
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.92µg Mozzarella
Vitamin K 621.7µg 1.8µg Oregano
Tryptophan 0.203mg Oregano
Threonine 0.322mg Oregano
Isoleucine 0.441mg Oregano
Leucine 0.78mg Oregano
Lysine 0.5mg Oregano
Methionine 0.127mg Oregano
Phenylalanine 0.449mg Oregano
Valine 0.585mg Oregano
Histidine 0.144mg Oregano
Cholesterol 0mg 54mg Oregano
Saturated Fat 1.551g 10.867g Oregano
Monounsaturated Fat 0.716g 4.844g Mozzarella
Polyunsaturated fat 1.369g 0.509g Oregano
Omega-3 - ALA 0.621g Oregano

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Oregano Mozzarella
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
230%
Oregano
23%
Mozzarella
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
319%
Oregano
66%
Mozzarella

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Oregano
Oregano is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Oregano
Oregano is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 9.316g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Oregano
Oregano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Oregano
Oregano is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Oregano
Oregano is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.86g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is cheaper (difference - $2.6)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Oregano - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171328/nutrients
  2. Mozzarella - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167735/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.