Papaya vs. American cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are papaya and American cheese different?
- Papaya is higher in vitamin C; however, American cheese is richer in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, and vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for calcium for American cheese is 103% higher.
- Papaya has less sodium.
- American cheese has a lower glycemic index (27) than papaya (38).
Papayas, raw and Cheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D are the varieties 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 | +37.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +23.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +5125% |
| Contains more IronIron | +152% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +3012.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +6310% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3266.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +53.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +369.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +362.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +431.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +166.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +766.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +111% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +42.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +493.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.47 g
Fats:
0.26 g
Carbs:
10.82 g
Water:
88.06 g
Other:
0.39 g
Protein:
18.13 g
Fats:
31.79 g
Carbs:
3.7 g
Water:
39.61 g
Other:
6.77 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +192.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +122.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +3757.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +12126.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1635.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.081 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.072 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.058 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.057 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.236 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.286 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +11338.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2117.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
4.09 g
Fructose:
3.73 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
2.15 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.11 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 20mg | 1045mg | 103% |
| Phosphorus | 10mg | 641mg | 90% |
| Saturated fat | 0.081g | 18.057g | 82% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 1671mg | 72% |
| Vitamin C | 60.9mg | 0mg | 68% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1.5µg | 63% |
| Fats | 0.26g | 31.79g | 49% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 20.2µg | 36% |
| Protein | 0.47g | 18.13g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 100mg | 33% |
| Vitamin A | 47µg | 250µg | 23% |
| Zinc | 0.08mg | 2.49mg | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.072g | 8.236g | 20% |
| Calories | 43kcal | 371kcal | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.027mg | 0.234mg | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.058g | 1.286g | 8% |
| Folate | 37µg | 8µg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 0g | 7% |
| Choline | 6.1mg | 36.2mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.25mg | 0.63mg | 5% |
| Fructose | 3.73g | 0g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.191mg | 0.403mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 0.8mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.6µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 23IU | 3% |
| Carbs | 10.82g | 3.7g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.357mg | 0.076mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.038mg | 0.054mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 182mg | 132mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.023mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 26mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.12g | 3.7g | N/A |
| Sugar | 7.82g | 2.26g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.045mg | 0.046mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 2.6µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 1.144g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.008mg | 0.232mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.011mg | 0.772mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.008mg | 0.938mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.016mg | 1.716mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.025mg | 1.516mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.002mg | 0.475mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.009mg | 0.939mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.01mg | 1.187mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.005mg | 0.546mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.012g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.137g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.021g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.79g | 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
23%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
106%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Papaya is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 100mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Papaya contains less Sodium (difference - 1663mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Papaya is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.976g)
Which food is cheaper?
Papaya is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
American cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.56g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
American cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is richer in minerals?
American cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
American cheese is relatively richer in vitamins