Provolone vs. Mozzarella cheese sticks — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between provolone and mozzarella cheese sticks?
- Provolone is richer in calcium, vitamin B12, phosphorus, zinc, and vitamin A, yet mozzarella cheese sticks are richer in vitamin K, manganese, and vitamin B1.
- Provolone's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 52% higher.
- Provolone has 3 times more vitamin A than mozzarella cheese sticks. Provolone has 880IU of vitamin A, while mozzarella cheese sticks have 343IU.
- Mozzarella cheese sticks contain less saturated fat.
We used Cheese, provolone and DENNY'S, mozzarella cheese sticks types in this comparison.
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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 | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +128.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +14% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +63.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +38.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -13.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +61.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +157.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3530% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +11.7% |
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 | +145.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +24.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +25.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +53.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +221.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +689.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +528.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +15.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1054.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +160% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
25.58 g
Fats:
26.62 g
Carbs:
2.14 g
Water:
40.95 g
Other:
4.71 g
Protein:
13.56 g
Fats:
17.87 g
Carbs:
27.22 g
Water:
37.63 g
Other:
3.72 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +88.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +49% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +26.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1172% |
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Water
~37.63g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.078 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.393 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.769 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.643 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.287 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.104 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +72.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -61.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +563.7% |
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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| Saturated fat | 17.078g | 6.643g | 47% |
| Calcium | 756mg | 331mg | 43% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.769g | 5.104g | 29% |
| Protein | 25.58g | 13.56g | 24% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.46µg | 0.95µg | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 496mg | 358mg | 20% |
| Vitamin K | 2.2µg | 25.4µg | 19% |
| Vitamin A | 236µg | 96µg | 16% |
| Manganese | 0.01mg | 0.363mg | 15% |
| Fats | 26.62g | 17.87g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 69mg | 32mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 3.23mg | 1.98mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.019mg | 0.15mg | 11% |
| Starch | 21.67g | 9% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.393g | 4.287g | 8% |
| Carbs | 2.14g | 27.22g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.6g | 6% |
| Sodium | 876mg | 1008mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.026mg | 0.067mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.156mg | 0.98mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.321mg | 0.257mg | 5% |
| Folate | 10µg | 26µg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.52mg | 0.84mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 16.2µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.23mg | 0.74mg | 3% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 20IU | 3% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.476mg | 0.38mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 21mg | 2% |
| Calories | 351kcal | 324kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.073mg | 0.084mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 138mg | 121mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2.14g | 25.62g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.56g | 2.83g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.372g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.345mg | 0.175mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.982mg | 0.472mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.091mg | 0.718mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.297mg | 1.468mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.646mg | 1.211mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.686mg | 0.411mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.287mg | 0.811mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.64mg | 0.934mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 1.115mg | 0.441mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.524g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.045g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.306g | N/A |
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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
32%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
78%
65%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Provolone is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.27g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Provolone contains less Sodium (difference - 132mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 37mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.435g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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