Colby cheese vs. Gouda cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Colby cheese and Gouda cheese
- Colby cheese has more Vitamin A, Iron, and Monounsaturated Fat, while Gouda cheese has more Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, and Zinc.
- Gouda cheese covers your daily need of Vitamin B12 30% more than Colby cheese.
- Colby cheese contains 3 times more Iron than Gouda cheese. While Colby cheese contains 0.76mg of Iron, Gouda cheese contains only 0.24mg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Gouda cheese is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheese, colby and Cheese, gouda.
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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 IronIron | +216.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +16.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -26.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +11.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +27% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +19.5% |
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 AVitamin A | +76.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +16.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +12.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +47.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +17.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +61.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +85.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +16.7% |
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:
24.94 g
Fats:
27.44 g
Carbs:
2.22 g
Water:
41.46 g
Other:
3.94 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +17% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +15.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.3% |
~equal in
Protein
~24.94g
~equal in
Water
~41.46g
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
17.614 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.747 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.657 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +19.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +45.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -12.9% |
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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| Calories | 394kcal | 356kcal |
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| Protein | 23.76g | 24.94g |
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| Fats | 32.11g | 27.44g |
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| Net carbs | 2.57g | 2.22g |
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| Carbs | 2.57g | 2.22g |
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| Cholesterol | 95mg | 114mg |
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| Vitamin D | 24IU | 20IU |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 29mg |
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| Calcium | 685mg | 700mg |
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| Potassium | 127mg | 121mg |
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| Iron | 0.76mg | 0.24mg |
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| Sugar | 0.52g | 2.22g |
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| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.036mg |
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| Zinc | 3.07mg | 3.9mg |
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| Phosphorus | 457mg | 546mg |
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| Sodium | 604mg | 819mg |
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| Vitamin A | 994IU | 563IU |
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| Vitamin A | 264µg | 165µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.28mg | 0.24mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0.5µg |
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| Manganese | 0.012mg | 0.011mg |
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| Selenium | 14.5µg | 14.5µg | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.03mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.375mg | 0.334mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.093mg | 0.063mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.21mg | 0.34mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.079mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.83µg | 1.54µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.7µg | 2.3µg |
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| Folate | 18µg | 21µg |
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| Choline | 15.4mg | 15.4mg | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.218g | 17.614g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 9.28g | 7.747g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.953g | 0.657g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.305mg | 0.352mg |
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| Threonine | 0.845mg | 0.93mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.475mg | 1.306mg |
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| Leucine | 2.275mg | 2.564mg |
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| Lysine | 1.978mg | 2.654mg |
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| Methionine | 0.622mg | 0.719mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.251mg | 1.431mg |
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| Valine | 1.586mg | 1.806mg |
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| Histidine | 0.834mg | 1.032mg |
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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
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31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
72%
79%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Gouda cheese is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.604g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Colby cheese is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 19mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Colby cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.7g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Colby cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 215mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Colby cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Colby cheese is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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