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Swiss cheese vs. Pistachio — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between Swiss cheese and pistachios

  • Swiss cheese is higher in vitamin B12, calcium, and selenium; however, pistachios are richer in copper, vitamin B6, vitamin B1, manganese, iron, and fiber.
  • Pistachios' daily need coverage for copper is 139% higher.
  • Pistachios have less saturated fat.

The food types used in this comparison are Cheese, swiss and Nuts, pistachio nuts, 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 86% 32% 90% 147% 433% 60% 210% 0.13% 157% 38%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +747.6%
Contains more ZincZinc +98.6%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +17.1%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +328.6%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +266.7%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1323.6%
Contains more IronIron +2915.4%
Contains more CopperCopper +2666%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.5%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +4515.4%

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 19% 8.7% 57% 0% 218% 37% 24% 31% 392% 0% 0% 38% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +1007.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +88.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +376.7%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +7809.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +1931.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +47.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +2294.4%
Contains more FolateFolate +410%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

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
20% 45% 27% 4% 3%
Protein: 20.16 g
Fats: 45.32 g
Carbs: 27.17 g
Water: 4.37 g
Other: 2.98 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +33.7%
Contains more WaterWater +761.1%
Contains more FatsFats +46.2%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1786.8%
~equal in Other ~2.98g

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
14% 53% 33%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 5.907 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 23.257 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 14.38 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -67.6%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +189.1%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +972.3%

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 Pistachio
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Swiss cheese Pistachio DV% diff.
Copper 0.047mg 1.3mg 139%
Vitamin B12 3.06µg 0µg 128%
Vitamin B6 0.071mg 1.7mg 125%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.341g 14.38g 87%
Calcium 890mg 105mg 79%
Vitamin B1 0.011mg 0.87mg 72%
Saturated fat 18.227g 5.907g 56%
Manganese 0.026mg 1.2mg 51%
Iron 0.13mg 3.92mg 47%
Selenium 30µg 7µg 42%
Fiber 0g 10.6g 42%
Monounsaturated fat 8.046g 23.257g 38%
Cholesterol 93mg 0mg 31%
Vitamin A 288µg 26µg 29%
Potassium 72mg 1025mg 28%
Fats 30.99g 45.32g 22%
Magnesium 33mg 121mg 21%
Zinc 4.37mg 2.2mg 20%
Vitamin E 0.6mg 2.86mg 15%
Protein 26.96g 20.16g 14%
Phosphorus 574mg 490mg 12%
Vitamin B2 0.302mg 0.16mg 11%
Folate 10µg 51µg 10%
Carbs 1.44g 27.17g 9%
Calories 393kcal 560kcal 8%
Vitamin B3 0.064mg 1.3mg 8%
Sodium 187mg 1mg 8%
Vitamin C 0mg 5.6mg 6%
Vitamin B5 0.353mg 0.52mg 3%
Choline 15.5mg 3%
Vitamin K 1.4µg 1%
Starch 1.67g 1%
Net carbs 1.44g 16.57g N/A
Sugar 0g 7.66g N/A
Trans fat 0.987g 0g N/A
Tryptophan 0.401mg 0.251mg 0%
Threonine 1.038mg 0.684mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.537mg 0.917mg 0%
Leucine 2.959mg 1.604mg 0%
Lysine 2.585mg 1.138mg 0%
Methionine 0.784mg 0.36mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.662mg 1.092mg 0%
Valine 2.139mg 1.249mg 0%
Histidine 1.065mg 0.512mg 0%
Fructose 0g 0.24g 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 0g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.734g 14.091g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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

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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
48%
Swiss cheese
63%
Pistachio
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
87%
Swiss cheese
125%
Pistachio

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Swiss cheese
Swiss cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.66g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Swiss cheese
Swiss cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pistachio
Pistachio is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 93mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pistachio
Pistachio contains less Sodium (difference - 186mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pistachio
Pistachio is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.32g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pistachio
Pistachio is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

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. Pistachio - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170184/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.