Camembert vs. Margarine — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between camembert and margarine
- Camembert is richer in vitamin B12, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B2, and selenium, yet margarine is richer in vitamin K, vitamin E, and vitamin A.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin K for margarine is 76% higher.
- Margarine contains less cholesterol.
- Margarine has a lower glycemic index than camembert.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, camembert and Margarine, regular, 80% fat, composite, stick, without salt.
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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 | +566.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +12833.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +938.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +450% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +6840% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.8% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +180% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1218.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2639.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2422.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1200% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +6100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +24.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +239.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +4185.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +4550% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12275% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +213.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +92.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +232.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +52.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +453.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3256.6% |
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Saturated fat
~15.189g
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.724g | 24.302g | 157% |
| Fats | 24.26g | 80.71g | 87% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.023g | 38.877g | 80% |
| Vitamin K | 2µg | 93µg | 76% |
| Vitamin A | 241µg | 819µg | 64% |
| Vitamin E | 0.21mg | 9mg | 59% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.3µg | 0.1µg | 50% |
| Phosphorus | 347mg | 5mg | 49% |
| Calcium | 388mg | 3mg | 39% |
| Protein | 19.8g | 0.16g | 39% |
| Sodium | 842mg | 2mg | 37% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.488mg | 0.037mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.364mg | 27% | |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 0µg | 26% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 0mg | 24% |
| Zinc | 2.38mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Calories | 300kcal | 717kcal | 21% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.227mg | 0.009mg | 17% |
| Folate | 62µg | 1µg | 15% |
| Potassium | 187mg | 18mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.63mg | 0.023mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 3mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.33mg | 0.06mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.021mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.038mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.028mg | 0.01mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 18IU | 0IU | 2% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 12.4mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Carbs | 0.46g | 0.7g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.46g | 0.7g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.46g | 0g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 14.89g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 15.259g | 15.189g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.307mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.717mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.968mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.84mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.766mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.565mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.105mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.279mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.683mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 21.522g | N/A |
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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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Margarine is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 72mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Margarine is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.46g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Margarine contains less Sodium (difference - 840mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Margarine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.07g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Margarine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Margarine is cheaper (difference - $1.9)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Camembert is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Camembert is relatively richer in vitamins