Chocolate vs. Edam — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between chocolate and edam
- Chocolate has more copper, iron, manganese, fiber, and magnesium; however, edam is richer in calcium, vitamin B12, and phosphorus.
- Chocolate covers your daily copper needs 110% more than edam.
- Chocolate contains less cholesterol.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids and Cheese, edam.
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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 | +386.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +197.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1722.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2755.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +12800% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1205.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +86.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +160.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +383.3% |
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 EVitamin E | +125% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +784.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +252.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +12050% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +48% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +678% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +81% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +569.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +12.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +4177.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +412.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +4184.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +148.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +17.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +64.2% |
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Saturated fat
~17.572g
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 1.028mg | 0.036mg | 110% |
| Iron | 8.02mg | 0.44mg | 95% |
| Calcium | 56mg | 731mg | 68% |
| Manganese | 1.419mg | 0.011mg | 61% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.23µg | 1.54µg | 55% |
| Phosphorus | 206mg | 536mg | 47% |
| Protein | 4.88g | 24.99g | 40% |
| Sodium | 24mg | 812mg | 34% |
| Fiber | 7g | 0g | 28% |
| Magnesium | 146mg | 30mg | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 243µg | 27% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 89mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.389mg | 26% |
| Selenium | 3µg | 14.5µg | 21% |
| Carbs | 61.17g | 1.43g | 20% |
| Zinc | 2.01mg | 3.75mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 559mg | 188mg | 11% |
| Caffeine | 43mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Calories | 546kcal | 357kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 8.1µg | 2.3µg | 5% |
| Fats | 31.28g | 27.8g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 18.519g | 17.572g | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.54g | 8.125g | 4% |
| Folate | 16µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.725mg | 0.082mg | 4% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 20IU | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.092g | 0.665g | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 0.076mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 0.24mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg | 0.037mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 54.17g | 1.43g | N/A |
| Sugar | 47.9g | 1.43g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | 0.281mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.112g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.352mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.932mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.308mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.57mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.66mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.721mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.434mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.81mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 1.034mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.085g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.947g | 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
9%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
116%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Edam is lower in Sugar (difference - 46.47g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Edam is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.947g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Edam is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chocolate is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 81mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 788mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is cheaper?
Chocolate is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
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.