Cotija cheese vs. Coconut milk — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Cotija cheese and Coconut milk
- Cotija cheese is richer in Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, Calcium, Vitamin B2, Zinc, Vitamin A, and Selenium, yet Coconut milk is richer in Iron.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Cotija cheese is 94% higher.
- Coconut milk contains less Cholesterol.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, mexican, queso cotija and Nuts, coconut milk, raw (liquid expressed from grated meat and water).
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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 CalciumCalcium | +4900% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +477.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +629% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +185.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +110.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +11.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +11.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +48.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1800% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +81.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +566.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +60% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20 g
Fats:
30 g
Carbs:
3.97 g
Water:
38 g
Other:
8.03 g
Protein:
2.29 g
Fats:
23.84 g
Carbs:
5.54 g
Water:
67.62 g
Other:
0.71 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +773.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +25.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1031% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +39.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +77.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
17.5 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.333 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.187 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
21.14 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.014 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.261 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -17.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +721.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +354.8% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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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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| Calories | 366kcal | 230kcal |
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| Protein | 20g | 2.29g |
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| Fats | 30g | 23.84g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 3.97g | 3.34g |
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| Carbs | 3.97g | 5.54g |
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| Cholesterol | 100mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin D | 21IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 38mg | 37mg |
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| Calcium | 800mg | 16mg |
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| Potassium | 125mg | 263mg |
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| Iron | 0mg | 1.64mg |
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| Sugar | 0g | 3.34g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 2.2g |
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| Copper | 0.238mg | 0.266mg |
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| Zinc | 3.87mg | 0.67mg |
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| Phosphorus | 729mg | 100mg |
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| Sodium | 1400mg | 15mg |
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| Vitamin A | 865IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 229µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 0.15mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.916mg |
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| Selenium | 17.7µg | 6.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.029mg | 0.026mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.486mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.114mg | 0.76mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.049mg | 0.033mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.26µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.9µg | 0.1µg |
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| Folate | 10µg | 16µg |
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| Choline | 15.4mg | 8.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 17.5g | 21.14g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.333g | 1.014g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.187g | 0.261g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.027mg |
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| Threonine | 0.083mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.09mg |
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| Leucine | 0.17mg |
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| Lysine | 0.101mg |
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| Methionine | 0.043mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.116mg |
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| Valine | 0.139mg |
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| Histidine | 0.053mg |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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
39%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
105%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cotija cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.34g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cotija cheese is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.64g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cotija cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 97)
Which food is cheaper?
Cotija cheese is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cotija cheese is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Coconut milk is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 100mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Coconut milk contains less Sodium (difference - 1385mg)
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.