Pepperoni vs. Cream cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between pepperoni and cream cheese
- Pepperoni is richer in manganese, vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B1, zinc, and iron, yet cream cheese is richer in vitamin A.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for pepperoni is 55% higher.
- Pepperoni contains 98 times more manganese than cream cheese. Pepperoni contains 1.074mg of manganese, while cream cheese contains 0.011mg.
- Cream cheese contains less sodium.
- Cream cheese has a lower glycemic index than pepperoni.
Food types used in this article are Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced and Cheese, cream.
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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 | +100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +107.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1109.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +405.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +388% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +47.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +9663.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +237.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +410.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -80.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +19.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1078.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +11.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +5380.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +79.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +546.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +490.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +176.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +88.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +80% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.25 g
Fats:
46.28 g
Carbs:
1.18 g
Water:
28.55 g
Other:
4.74 g
Protein:
6.15 g
Fats:
34.44 g
Carbs:
5.52 g
Water:
52.62 g
Other:
1.27 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +213% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +34.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +273.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +367.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +84.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.708 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
20.77 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.458 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
20.213 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.907 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.483 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -12.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +133.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +200.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 1582mg | 314mg | 55% |
| Manganese | 1.074mg | 0.011mg | 46% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.3µg | 0.22µg | 45% |
| Selenium | 29µg | 8.6µg | 37% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 308µg | 34% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.987mg | 0.091mg | 31% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 20.77g | 8.907g | 30% |
| Protein | 19.25g | 6.15g | 26% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.362mg | 0.056mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.271mg | 0.023mg | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.458g | 1.483g | 20% |
| Fats | 46.28g | 34.44g | 18% |
| Zinc | 2.44mg | 0.5mg | 18% |
| Iron | 1.33mg | 0.11mg | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 17.708g | 20.213g | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.93mg | 0.517mg | 8% |
| Calories | 504kcal | 350kcal | 8% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 97mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.091mg | 0.018mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 158mg | 107mg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 1.3µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 52IU | 0IU | 7% |
| Choline | 51.2mg | 27.2mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 274mg | 132mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 5.8µg | 2.1µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 9mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.257mg | 0.23mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 1.03mg | 0.86mg | 1% |
| Folate | 5µg | 9µg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 101mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 1.18g | 5.52g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.18g | 5.52g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 3.76g | N/A |
| Starch | 0.35g | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 1.527g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.23mg | 0.069mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.869mg | 0.233mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.901mg | 0.324mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.575mg | 0.657mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.652mg | 0.567mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.511mg | 0.191mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.778mg | 0.291mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.987mg | 0.395mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.688mg | 0.175mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.164g | 0.125g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.02g | 0.02g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.018g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.04g | 0.036g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.136g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.605g | 0.807g | 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
47%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
76%
21%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pepperoni is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pepperoni is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.76g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pepperoni is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.505g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pepperoni is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pepperoni is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cream cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 1268mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cream cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($3)