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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 193% 479% 111% 1380% 211% 73% 63% 3.3% 651% 25%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 19% 219% 8.4% 9.4% 9% 85% 225% 2.1% 0% 86%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +938.5%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +118.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1226.3%
Contains more IronIron +14620%
Contains more CopperCopper +2244.4%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +16.4%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +254.1%
Contains less SodiumSodium -36%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +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
11
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 7.7% 102% 365% 0% 44% 122% 87% 55% 241% 0% 1554% 178% 18%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 31% 3% 9% 5% 78% 2.3% 0% 18% 115% 4.5% 6.8% 10%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +229%
Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E +12073.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +785%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +55.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +3766.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1205%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +34438.9%
Contains more FolateFolate +2533.3%
Contains more CholineCholine +75.5%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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 CarbsCarbs +2123.2%
Contains more OtherOther +227.9%
Contains more ProteinProtein +205.6%
Contains more FatsFats +299.5%
Contains more WaterWater +402.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
43% 20% 38%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 1.551 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 0.716 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.369 g
67% 30% 3%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 10.867 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 4.844 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.509 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -85.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +169%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated 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
Calories 265kcal 280kcal Mozzarella
Protein 9g 27.5g Mozzarella
Fats 4.28g 17.1g Mozzarella
Vitamin C 2.3mg 0mg Oregano
Net carbs 26.42g 3.1g Oregano
Carbs 68.92g 3.1g Oregano
Cholesterol 0mg 54mg Oregano
Vitamin D 0IU 13IU Mozzarella
Magnesium 270mg 26mg Oregano
Calcium 1597mg 731mg Oregano
Potassium 1260mg 95mg Oregano
Iron 36.8mg 0.25mg Oregano
Sugar 4.09g 1.23g Mozzarella
Fiber 42.5g 0g Oregano
Copper 0.633mg 0.027mg Oregano
Zinc 2.69mg 3.13mg Mozzarella
Phosphorus 148mg 524mg Mozzarella
Sodium 25mg 16mg Mozzarella
Vitamin A 1701IU 517IU Oregano
Vitamin A RAE 85µg 137µg Mozzarella
Vitamin E 18.26mg 0.15mg Oregano
Vitamin D 0µg 0.3µg Mozzarella
Manganese 4.99mg Oregano
Selenium 4.5µg 15.7µg Mozzarella
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
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.92µg Mozzarella
Vitamin K 621.7µg 1.8µg Oregano
Folate 237µg 9µg Oregano
Choline 32.3mg 18.4mg Oregano
Saturated Fat 1.551g 10.867g Oregano
Monounsaturated Fat 0.716g 4.844g Mozzarella
Polyunsaturated fat 1.369g 0.509g 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
Fructose 1.13g Oregano
Omega-3 - ALA 0.621g Oregano

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Oregano Mozzarella
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
213%
Oregano
22%
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.