Dulce de Leche vs. Basil — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are dulce de Leche and basil different?
- Dulce de Leche is higher in vitamin B2 and phosphorus; however, basil is richer in vitamin K, vitamin A, manganese, copper, iron, vitamin C, and folate.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin K for basil is 345% higher.
- Dulce de Leche contains 111 times more saturated fat than basil. While dulce de Leche contains 4.534g of saturated fat, basil contains only 0.041g.
- Dulce de Leche has a lower glycemic index (42) than basil (70).
Dulce de Leche and Basil, fresh are the varieties 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 CalciumCalcium | +41.8% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +18.6% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +244.6% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +800% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +190.9% |
Contains more IronIron | +1764.7% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +9525% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.9% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +57300% |
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 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +432.9% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +299.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +681.6% |
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +592.3% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +256.8% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +300% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +112.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +329.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +868.8% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +31807.7% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +518.2% |
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:
3.15 g
Fats:
0.64 g
Carbs:
2.65 g
Water:
92.06 g
Other:
1.5 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +117.1% |
Contains more FatsFats | +1048.4% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1988.7% |
Contains more OtherOther | +16.7% |
Contains more WaterWater | +220.7% |
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
0.041 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.088 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.389 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2335.2% |
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.1% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~0.389g
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:
0.02 g
Fructose:
0.02 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.27 g
Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +8400% |
Contains more FructoseFructose | +1500% |
Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +281.5% |
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Starch
~0g
~equal in
Maltose
~0g
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 Glycemic Index |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in price |
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Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 414.8µg | 345% |
Manganese | 0.002mg | 1.148mg | 50% |
Copper | 0.004mg | 0.385mg | 42% |
Iron | 0.17mg | 3.17mg | 38% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.405mg | 0.076mg | 25% |
Vitamin A | 74µg | 264µg | 21% |
Phosphorus | 193mg | 56mg | 20% |
Saturated fat | 4.534g | 0.041g | 20% |
Carbs | 55.35g | 2.65g | 18% |
Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 18mg | 17% |
Calories | 315kcal | 23kcal | 15% |
Choline | 89.1mg | 11.4mg | 14% |
Folate | 11µg | 68µg | 14% |
Vitamin B12 | 0.31µg | 0µg | 13% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.835mg | 0.209mg | 13% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.016mg | 0.155mg | 11% |
Fats | 7.35g | 0.64g | 10% |
Cholesterol | 29mg | 0mg | 10% |
Magnesium | 22mg | 64mg | 10% |
Protein | 6.84g | 3.15g | 7% |
Calcium | 251mg | 177mg | 7% |
Fiber | 0g | 1.6g | 6% |
Monounsaturated fat | 2.143g | 0.088g | 5% |
Sodium | 129mg | 4mg | 5% |
Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 0.902mg | 4% |
Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 0.8mg | 4% |
Selenium | 2.7µg | 0.3µg | 4% |
Potassium | 350mg | 295mg | 2% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.016mg | 0.034mg | 2% |
Vitamin D | 6IU | 0IU | 1% |
Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
Net carbs | 55.35g | 1.05g | N/A |
Sugar | 49.74g | 0.3g | N/A |
Zinc | 0.79mg | 0.81mg | 0% |
Trans fat | 0.364g | 0g | N/A |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.375g | 0.389g | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.039mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.104mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.104mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.191mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.036mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.13mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.127mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.051mg | 0% | |
Fructose | 0.32g | 0.02g | 0% |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.05g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | 0g | 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
23%

104%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%

57%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Dulce de Leche is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Basil is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Basil is lower in Sugar (difference - 49.44g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Basil contains less Sodium (difference - 125mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Basil is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.493g)
Which food is cheaper?

Basil is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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