Colby cheese vs. Gruyere cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between colby cheese and gruyere cheese
- Colby cheese has more vitamin B2 and iron; however, gruyere cheese has more calcium, vitamin B12, phosphorus, zinc, and vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for calcium for gruyere cheese is 33% higher.
- Gruyere cheese has 4 times less iron than colby cheese. Colby cheese has 0.76mg of iron, while gruyere cheese has 0.17mg.
- Gruyere cheese is lower in saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, colby and Cheese, gruyere.
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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 | +56.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +347.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +31.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -15.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +38.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +47.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +27% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +32.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +41.7% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +34.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +80% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +14% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +167.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +92.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.76 g
Fats:
32.11 g
Carbs:
2.57 g
Water:
38.2 g
Other:
3.36 g
Protein:
29.81 g
Fats:
32.34 g
Carbs:
0.36 g
Water:
33.19 g
Other:
4.3 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +613.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +25.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +28% |
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Fats
~32.34g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
20.218 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.28 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.953 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.913 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.043 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.733 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +81.8% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~18.913g
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~10.043g
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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| Calcium | 685mg | 1011mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.83µg | 1.6µg | 32% |
| Phosphorus | 457mg | 605mg | 21% |
| Protein | 23.76g | 29.81g | 12% |
| Zinc | 3.07mg | 3.9mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 0.17mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.21mg | 0.562mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.375mg | 0.279mg | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 20.218g | 18.913g | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.953g | 1.733g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 110mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 604mg | 714mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.06mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.28g | 10.043g | 2% |
| Folate | 18µg | 10µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 36mg | 2% |
| Calories | 394kcal | 413kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 264µg | 271µg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.032mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 127mg | 81mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 2.57g | 0.36g | 1% |
| Fats | 32.11g | 32.34g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2.57g | 0.36g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 24IU | 24IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.52g | 0.36g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.28mg | 0.28mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0.6µg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.012mg | 0.017mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 14.5µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.093mg | 0.106mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.079mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 2.7µg | 2.7µg | 0% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 15.4mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.305mg | 0.421mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.845mg | 1.089mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.475mg | 1.612mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.275mg | 3.102mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.978mg | 2.71mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.622mg | 0.822mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.251mg | 1.743mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.586mg | 2.243mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.834mg | 1.117mg | 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
28%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
72%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gruyere cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.16g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Gruyere cheese is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.305g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Gruyere cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Gruyere cheese is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Colby cheese is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 15mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Colby cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 110mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Colby cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)