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Swiss cheese vs. Brisket raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Swiss cheese and brisket raw

  • Swiss cheese has more calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, selenium, and vitamin A, while brisket raw has more vitamin B6, vitamin B3, iron, and choline.
  • Swiss cheese covers your daily need for calcium, 89% more than brisket raw.
  • The amount of saturated fat in brisket raw is lower.
  • Brisket raw has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of brisket raw is 0, while the glycemic index of Swiss cheese is 27.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheese, swiss and Beef, brisket, whole, separable lean only, all grades, raw.

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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 24% 267% 6.4% 4.9% 16% 119% 246% 24% 3.4% 164%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 16% 1.5% 29% 72% 27% 118% 86% 10% 1.8% 89%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +43.5%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +17700%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +185.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +85.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +82.9%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +358.3%
Contains more IronIron +1376.9%
Contains more CopperCopper +70.2%
Contains less SodiumSodium -57.8%
~equal in Zinc ~4.31mg

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.
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% 96% 12% 0% 2.8% 70% 1.2% 21% 16% 383% 3.5% 7.5% 8.5%
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% 0% 6.4% 0% 25% 39% 74% 21% 97% 304% 3.3% 5.3% 47%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +87.5%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +77.6%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +25.9%
Contains more FolateFolate +42.9%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +809.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +6056.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +491.5%
Contains more CholineCholine +458.1%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~0.35mg
~equal in Vitamin K ~1.3µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
27% 31% 38% 3%
Protein: 26.96 g
Fats: 30.99 g
Carbs: 1.44 g
Water: 37.63 g
Other: 2.98 g
21% 7% 70%
Protein: 20.72 g
Fats: 7.37 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 70.29 g
Other: 1.62 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +30.1%
Contains more FatsFats +320.5%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +84%
Contains more WaterWater +86.8%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
66% 29% 5%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 18.227 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.046 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.341 g
41% 55% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.59 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 3.46 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.23 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +132.5%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +483%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -85.8%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Swiss cheese Brisket raw
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Sugar Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Swiss cheese Brisket raw DV% diff.
Calcium 890mg 5mg 89%
Saturated fat 18.227g 2.59g 71%
Phosphorus 574mg 201mg 53%
Fats 30.99g 7.37g 36%
Vitamin A 288µg 0µg 32%
Vitamin B6 0.071mg 0.42mg 27%
Vitamin B12 3.06µg 2.43µg 26%
Selenium 30µg 16.4µg 25%
Vitamin B3 0.064mg 3.94mg 24%
Iron 0.13mg 1.92mg 22%
Choline 15.5mg 86.5mg 13%
Protein 26.96g 20.72g 12%
Calories 393kcal 155kcal 12%
Monounsaturated fat 8.046g 3.46g 11%
Vitamin B2 0.302mg 0.17mg 10%
Cholesterol 93mg 62mg 10%
Potassium 72mg 330mg 8%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.341g 0.23g 7%
Vitamin B1 0.011mg 0.1mg 7%
Sodium 187mg 79mg 5%
Copper 0.047mg 0.08mg 4%
Magnesium 33mg 23mg 2%
Vitamin E 0.6mg 0.32mg 2%
Manganese 0.026mg 0.014mg 1%
Folate 10µg 7µg 1%
Zinc 4.37mg 4.31mg 1%
Carbs 1.44g 0g 0%
Net carbs 1.44g 0g N/A
Vitamin B5 0.353mg 0.35mg 0%
Vitamin K 1.4µg 1.3µg 0%
Trans fat 0.987g N/A
Tryptophan 0.401mg 0.232mg 0%
Threonine 1.038mg 0.905mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.537mg 0.931mg 0%
Leucine 2.959mg 1.637mg 0%
Lysine 2.585mg 1.724mg 0%
Methionine 0.784mg 0.53mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.662mg 0.809mg 0%
Valine 2.139mg 1.008mg 0%
Histidine 1.065mg 0.709mg 0%
Omega-3 - ALA 0.125g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.018g 0g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.003g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.032g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.007g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.734g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Swiss cheese Brisket raw
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
48%
Swiss cheese
48%
Brisket raw
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
87%
Swiss cheese
45%
Brisket raw

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Swiss cheese
Swiss cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Swiss cheese
Swiss cheese is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brisket raw
Brisket raw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 31mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brisket raw
Brisket raw contains less Sodium (difference - 108mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brisket raw
Brisket raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 15.637g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Brisket raw
Brisket raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Brisket raw
Brisket raw is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)

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. Swiss cheese - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171251/nutrients
  2. Brisket raw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168607/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.