Benecol vs. Cream cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Benecol and Cream cheese
- Benecol is richer in Vitamin E , Vitamin A RAE, and Vitamin K, yet Cream cheese is richer in Vitamin B2, Phosphorus, and Calcium.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin E from Benecol is 242% higher.
- Benecol contains 27 times more Vitamin K than Cream cheese. Benecol contains 56.5µg of Vitamin K, while Cream cheese contains 2.1µg.
- Cream cheese contains less Sodium.
Food types used in this article are Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread and Cheese, cream.
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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 | +800% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2325% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +3200% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2575% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -53.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
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 | +311.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +4227.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2590.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +91.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
38.71 g
Carbs:
5.71 g
Water:
53.73 g
Other:
1.85 g
Protein:
6.15 g
Fats:
34.44 g
Carbs:
5.52 g
Water:
52.62 g
Other:
1.27 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +12.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +45.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
~equal in
Carbs
~5.52g
~equal in
Water
~52.62g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.77 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
18.932 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
11.948 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
20.213 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.907 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.483 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -76.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +112.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +705.7% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 357kcal | 350kcal |
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| Protein | 0g | 6.15g |
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| Fats | 38.71g | 34.44g |
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| Net carbs | 5.71g | 5.52g |
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| Carbs | 5.71g | 5.52g |
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| Cholesterol | 101mg |
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| Magnesium | 1mg | 9mg |
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| Calcium | 4mg | 97mg |
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| Potassium | 4mg | 132mg |
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| Iron | 0mg | 0.11mg |
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| Sugar | 3.76g |
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| Copper | 0mg | 0.018mg |
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| Zinc | 0mg | 0.5mg |
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| Starch | 0.35g |
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| Phosphorus | 4mg | 107mg |
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| Sodium | 670mg | 314mg |
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| Vitamin A | 4567IU | 1111IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 1370µg | 308µg |
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| Vitamin E | 37.22mg | 0.86mg |
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| Manganese | 0mg | 0.011mg |
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| Selenium | 8.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.012mg | 0.023mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.23mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 0.091mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.517mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.056mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.22µg |
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| Vitamin K | 56.5µg | 2.1µg |
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| Folate | 9µg |
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| Trans Fat | 2.214g |
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| Choline | 27.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.77g | 20.213g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 18.932g | 8.907g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 11.948g | 1.483g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.069mg |
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| Threonine | 0.233mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.324mg |
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| Leucine | 0.657mg |
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| Lysine | 0.567mg |
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| Methionine | 0.191mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.291mg |
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| Valine | 0.395mg |
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| Histidine | 0.175mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.976g | 0.125g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.02g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.036g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.037g | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 9.557g | 0.807g |
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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
89%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
21%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cream cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cream cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 356mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cream cheese is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Benecol is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 101mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Benecol is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.76g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Benecol is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 15.443g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Benecol is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Benecol is cheaper (difference - $3)