Dulce de Leche vs. American cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are dulce de Leche and American cheese different?
- Dulce de Leche is richer in vitamin B2, while American cheese is higher in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, and vitamin A.
- American cheese covers your daily need for calcium, 79% more than dulce de Leche.
- Dulce de Leche contains 2 times more vitamin B2 than American cheese. Dulce de Leche contains 0.405mg of vitamin B2, while American cheese contains 0.234mg.
- Dulce de Leche is lower in cholesterol.
- Dulce de Leche has a higher glycemic index (42) than American cheese (27).
Dulce de Leche and Cheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D types were used in this article.
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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 | +165.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +18.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +316.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +270.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1050% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +215.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +232.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1950% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +648.1% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +73.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +176.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +107.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +37.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +146.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +237.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +237.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +383.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.84 g
Fats:
7.35 g
Carbs:
55.35 g
Water:
28.71 g
Other:
1.75 g
Protein:
18.13 g
Fats:
31.79 g
Carbs:
3.7 g
Water:
39.61 g
Other:
6.77 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1395.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +165.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +332.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +38% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +286.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.534 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.143 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.375 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.057 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.236 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.286 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -74.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +284.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +242.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
41.77 g
Glucose:
1.7 g
Fructose:
0.32 g
Lactose:
4.92 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
1.03 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
2.15 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.11 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +128.8% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +836.4% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 251mg | 1045mg | 79% |
| Sodium | 129mg | 1671mg | 67% |
| Phosphorus | 193mg | 641mg | 64% |
| Saturated fat | 4.534g | 18.057g | 61% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.31µg | 1.5µg | 50% |
| Fats | 7.35g | 31.79g | 38% |
| Selenium | 2.7µg | 20.2µg | 32% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 100mg | 24% |
| Protein | 6.84g | 18.13g | 23% |
| Vitamin A | 74µg | 250µg | 20% |
| Carbs | 55.35g | 3.7g | 17% |
| Zinc | 0.79mg | 2.49mg | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.143g | 8.236g | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.405mg | 0.234mg | 13% |
| Choline | 89.1mg | 36.2mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.835mg | 0.403mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 132mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.375g | 1.286g | 6% |
| Iron | 0.17mg | 0.63mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.004mg | 0.046mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 0.8mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.016mg | 0.054mg | 3% |
| Calories | 315kcal | 371kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0.041mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0.6µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 23IU | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 0.076mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 2.6µg | 1% |
| Folate | 11µg | 8µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 26mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 55.35g | 3.7g | N/A |
| Sugar | 49.74g | 2.26g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.016mg | 0.015mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | 1.144g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.232mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.772mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.938mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.716mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.516mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.475mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.939mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.187mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.546mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 0g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0.012g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.05g | 0.137g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | 0.021g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0.033g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.131g | 0.79g | 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
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33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
106%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 71mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dulce de Leche contains less Sodium (difference - 1542mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.523g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
American cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 47.48g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
American cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
American cheese is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
American cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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