Spelt vs. American cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between spelt and American cheese
- Spelt has more manganese, copper, iron, fiber, and vitamin B3, while American cheese has more calcium, vitamin B12, and phosphorus.
- Spelt covers your daily need for manganese, 128% more than American cheese.
- The amount of saturated fat in spelt is lower.
- American cheese has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of American cheese is 27, while the glycemic index of spelt is 63.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Spelt, uncooked and Cheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D.
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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 | +423.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +193.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +604.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1010.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +31.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +7175.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3770.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +59.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +72.6% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +2326.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +8903.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +165% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +325.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +38.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +462.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +107.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.57 g
Fats:
2.43 g
Carbs:
70.19 g
Water:
11.02 g
Other:
1.79 g
Protein:
18.13 g
Fats:
31.79 g
Carbs:
3.7 g
Water:
39.61 g
Other:
6.77 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1797% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1208.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +259.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +278.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.406 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.445 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.258 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 | -97.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1750.8% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~1.286g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
53.92 g
Sucrose:
0.59 g
Glucose:
0.84 g
Fructose:
0.24 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
5.15 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 StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.983mg | 0.041mg | 128% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 1045mg | 102% |
| Saturated fat | 0.406g | 18.057g | 80% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 1671mg | 72% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1.5µg | 63% |
| Copper | 0.511mg | 0.046mg | 52% |
| Iron | 4.44mg | 0.63mg | 48% |
| Fats | 2.43g | 31.79g | 45% |
| Fiber | 10.7g | 0g | 43% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.843mg | 0.076mg | 42% |
| Phosphorus | 401mg | 641mg | 34% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 100mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.364mg | 0.015mg | 29% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 250µg | 28% |
| Magnesium | 136mg | 26mg | 26% |
| Starch | 53.92g | 22% | |
| Carbs | 70.19g | 3.7g | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.445g | 8.236g | 19% |
| Selenium | 11.7µg | 20.2µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.23mg | 0.054mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.068mg | 0.403mg | 13% |
| Folate | 45µg | 8µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.113mg | 0.234mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 388mg | 132mg | 8% |
| Choline | 36.2mg | 7% | |
| Protein | 14.57g | 18.13g | 7% |
| Zinc | 3.28mg | 2.49mg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 23IU | 3% | |
| Calories | 338kcal | 371kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 3.6µg | 2.6µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 59.49g | 3.7g | N/A |
| Sugar | 6.82g | 2.26g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.79mg | 0.8mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 1.144g | N/A | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.258g | 1.286g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.132mg | 0.232mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.443mg | 0.772mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.552mg | 0.938mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.07mg | 1.716mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.409mg | 1.516mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.258mg | 0.475mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.737mg | 0.939mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.681mg | 1.187mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.36mg | 0.546mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.24g | 0g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.012g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | 0.137g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.021g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 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
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33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
119%
106%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Spelt is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 100mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Spelt contains less Sodium (difference - 1663mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Spelt is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.651g)
Which food is cheaper?
Spelt is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
American cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.56g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
American cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 36)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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