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Gouda cheese vs. Roquefort — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between Gouda cheese and Roquefort

  • Gouda cheese has more Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, and Zinc, while Roquefort has more Vitamin B5, Vitamin B2, Vitamin A RAE, and Folate.
  • Roquefort's daily need coverage for Sodium is 43% higher.
  • Roquefort contains 2 times less Vitamin B12 than Gouda cheese. Gouda cheese contains 1.54µg of Vitamin B12, while Roquefort contains 0.64µg.
  • The amount of Cholesterol in Roquefort is lower.

The food types used in this comparison are Cheese, gouda and Cheese, roquefort.

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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 Phosphorus +39.3%
Contains more Potassium +33%
Contains less Sodium -54.7%
Contains more Zinc +87.5%
Contains more Iron +133.3%
Contains more Manganese +172.7%
Equal in Calcium - 662
Equal in Magnesium - 30
Equal in Copper - 0.034
Equal in Selenium - 14.5
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 210% 9% 21% 234% 11% 107% 107% 12% 2% 80%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 199% 22% 22% 169% 9% 236% 57% 12% 4% 80%
Contains more Phosphorus +39.3%
Contains more Potassium +33%
Contains less Sodium -54.7%
Contains more Zinc +87.5%
Contains more Iron +133.3%
Contains more Manganese +172.7%
Equal in Calcium - 662
Equal in Magnesium - 30
Equal in Copper - 0.034
Equal in Selenium - 14.5

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.
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Contains more Vitamin B12 +140.6%
Contains more Vitamin A +86%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +33.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +75.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1065.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +409.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +55%
Contains more Folate +133.3%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 34% 5% 15% 0% 8% 78% 2% 21% 19% 16% 193% 6%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 63% 0% 0% 0% 10% 136% 14% 104% 29% 37% 80% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +140.6%
Contains more Vitamin A +86%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +33.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +75.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1065.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +409.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +55%
Contains more Folate +133.3%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +15.8%
Contains more Carbs +11%
Contains more Fats +11.7%
Contains more Other +63.5%
Equal in Carbs - 2
Equal in Water - 39.38
25% 27% 2% 41% 4%
Protein: 24.94 g
Fats: 27.44 g
Carbs: 2.22 g
Water: 41.46 g
Other: 3.94 g
22% 31% 2% 39% 6%
Protein: 21.54 g
Fats: 30.64 g
Carbs: 2 g
Water: 39.38 g
Other: 6.44 g
Contains more Protein +15.8%
Contains more Carbs +11%
Contains more Fats +11.7%
Contains more Other +63.5%
Equal in Carbs - 2
Equal in Water - 39.38

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +100.9%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 19.263
Equal in Monounsaturated Fat - 8.474
68% 30% 3%
Saturated Fat: 17.614 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 7.747 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.657 g
66% 29% 5%
Saturated Fat: 19.263 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 8.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.32 g
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +100.9%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 19.263
Equal in Monounsaturated Fat - 8.474

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Gouda cheese Roquefort Opinion
Net carbs 2.22g 2g Gouda cheese
Protein 24.94g 21.54g Gouda cheese
Fats 27.44g 30.64g Roquefort
Carbs 2.22g 2g Gouda cheese
Calories 356kcal 369kcal Roquefort
Sugar 2.22g Roquefort
Calcium 700mg 662mg Gouda cheese
Iron 0.24mg 0.56mg Roquefort
Magnesium 29mg 30mg Roquefort
Phosphorus 546mg 392mg Gouda cheese
Potassium 121mg 91mg Gouda cheese
Sodium 819mg 1809mg Gouda cheese
Zinc 3.9mg 2.08mg Gouda cheese
Copper 0.036mg 0.034mg Gouda cheese
Manganese 0.011mg 0.03mg Roquefort
Selenium 14.5µg 14.5µg
Vitamin A 563IU 1047IU Roquefort
Vitamin A RAE 165µg 294µg Roquefort
Vitamin E 0.24mg Gouda cheese
Vitamin D 20IU Gouda cheese
Vitamin D 0.5µg Gouda cheese
Vitamin B1 0.03mg 0.04mg Roquefort
Vitamin B2 0.334mg 0.586mg Roquefort
Vitamin B3 0.063mg 0.734mg Roquefort
Vitamin B5 0.34mg 1.731mg Roquefort
Vitamin B6 0.08mg 0.124mg Roquefort
Folate 21µg 49µg Roquefort
Vitamin B12 1.54µg 0.64µg Gouda cheese
Vitamin K 2.3µg Gouda cheese
Tryptophan 0.352mg 0.303mg Gouda cheese
Threonine 0.93mg 0.965mg Roquefort
Isoleucine 1.306mg 1.217mg Gouda cheese
Leucine 2.564mg 2.114mg Gouda cheese
Lysine 2.654mg 1.848mg Gouda cheese
Methionine 0.719mg 0.558mg Gouda cheese
Phenylalanine 1.431mg 1.023mg Gouda cheese
Valine 1.806mg 1.614mg Gouda cheese
Histidine 1.032mg 0.602mg Gouda cheese
Cholesterol 114mg 90mg Roquefort
Saturated Fat 17.614g 19.263g Gouda cheese
Monounsaturated Fat 7.747g 8.474g Roquefort
Polyunsaturated fat 0.657g 1.32g Roquefort

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Gouda cheese Roquefort
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Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
33%
Gouda cheese
39%
Roquefort
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
79%
Gouda cheese
80%
Roquefort

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Roquefort
Roquefort is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.22g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Roquefort
Roquefort is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 24mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Gouda cheese
Gouda cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 990mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Gouda cheese
Gouda cheese is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.649g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Gouda cheese
Gouda cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Gouda cheese
Gouda cheese is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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. Gouda cheese - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171241/nutrients
  2. Roquefort - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171250/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.