Caramel vs. Cottage cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between caramel and cottage cheese?
- Caramel is richer in vitamin B2, vitamin B1, and calcium, yet cottage cheese is richer in selenium, phosphorus, and vitamin B12.
- Cottage cheese's daily need coverage for selenium is 14% higher.
- Caramel has 4 times more vitamin B1 than cottage cheese. Caramel has 0.103mg of vitamin B1, while cottage cheese has 0.027mg.
- Cottage cheese contains less saturated fat.
- Cottage cheese has a lower glycemic index than caramel.
We used Candies, caramels and Cheese, cottage, creamed, large or small curd types in this comparison.
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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 | +112.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +66.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +105.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +100% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -32.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +450% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +61.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +39.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +438.9% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +475% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +281.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +57.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +49.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +11.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +21.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +208.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +43.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +130% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
8.1 g
Carbs:
77 g
Water:
8.5 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
11.12 g
Fats:
4.3 g
Carbs:
3.38 g
Water:
79.79 g
Other:
1.41 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +88.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2178.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +27.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +141.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +838.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.476 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.542 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.478 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.718 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.778 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.123 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +98.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2727.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -30.6% |
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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| Carbs | 77g | 3.38g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.478g | 0.123g | 22% |
| Calories | 382kcal | 98kcal | 14% |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 9.7µg | 14% |
| Protein | 4.6g | 11.12g | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.256mg | 0.163mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 114mg | 159mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.103mg | 0.027mg | 6% |
| Fats | 8.1g | 4.3g | 6% |
| Calcium | 138mg | 83mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 245mg | 364mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 0.43µg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.476g | 1.718g | 3% |
| Potassium | 214mg | 104mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 12µg | 37µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0.08mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 17mg | 3% |
| Folate | 4µg | 12µg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.542g | 0.778g | 2% |
| Choline | 8mg | 18.4mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.056mg | 0.046mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 0.557mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.14mg | 0.07mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.018mg | 0.029mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 77g | 3.38g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 3IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 65.5g | 2.67g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.44mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.002mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.148mg | 0.099mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.06mg | 0.147mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.258mg | 0.591mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.417mg | 1.116mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0.934mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.107mg | 0.269mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.205mg | 0.577mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.285mg | 0.748mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.115mg | 0.326mg | 0% |
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
16%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cottage cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 62.83g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cottage cheese is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.758g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cottage cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Caramel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caramel contains less Sodium (difference - 119mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Caramel is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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