Chorizo vs. Dulce de Leche — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between chorizo and dulce de Leche
- Chorizo is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, selenium, vitamin B3, and zinc, yet dulce de Leche is richer in calcium.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for chorizo is 70% higher.
- Chorizo contains 39 times more vitamin B1 than dulce de Leche. Chorizo contains 0.63mg of vitamin B1, while dulce de Leche contains 0.016mg.
- Dulce de Leche contains less sodium.
- Chorizo has a lower glycemic index than dulce de Leche.
Food types used in this article are Chorizo, pork and beef and Dulce de Leche.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +13.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +835.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1900% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +331.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1900% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +681.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +22.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3037.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +28.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89.6% |
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 | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +3837.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2343.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +34.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +3212.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +545.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +23.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +35% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +450% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.1 g
Fats:
38.27 g
Carbs:
1.86 g
Water:
31.85 g
Other:
3.92 g
Protein:
6.84 g
Fats:
7.35 g
Carbs:
55.35 g
Water:
28.71 g
Other:
1.75 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +252.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +420.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +124% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2875.8% |
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Water
~28.71g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
14.38 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.46 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.534 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.143 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.375 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +758.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +822.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -68.5% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2µg | 0.31µg | 70% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.63mg | 0.016mg | 51% |
| Fats | 38.27g | 7.35g | 48% |
| Sodium | 1235mg | 129mg | 48% |
| Saturated fat | 14.38g | 4.534g | 45% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 18.4g | 2.143g | 41% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.53mg | 0.016mg | 40% |
| Protein | 24.1g | 6.84g | 35% |
| Selenium | 21.1µg | 2.7µg | 33% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.131mg | 0.21mg | 31% |
| Zinc | 3.41mg | 0.79mg | 24% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 251mg | 24% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.46g | 0.375g | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 29mg | 20% |
| Carbs | 1.86g | 55.35g | 18% |
| Iron | 1.59mg | 0.17mg | 18% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.004mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.405mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 74µg | 8% |
| Calories | 455kcal | 315kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 61IU | 6IU | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 1.5µg | 0.2µg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 150mg | 193mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.12mg | 0.835mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.6mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.002mg | 2% |
| Folate | 2µg | 11µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 398mg | 350mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 22mg | 1% |
| Choline | 96.7mg | 89.1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.86g | 55.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 49.74g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1.3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.473mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 2.206mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.708mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.414mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.914mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.721mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.05g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.131g | 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
65%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 59mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dulce de Leche contains less Sodium (difference - 1106mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.846g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chorizo is lower in Sugar (difference - 49.74g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chorizo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is cheaper?
Chorizo is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chorizo is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins