Dulce de Leche vs. Butter — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between Dulce de Leche and Butter
- Dulce de Leche has more Vitamin B2, Phosphorus, Calcium, Vitamin B5, Choline, and Potassium, however, Butter is richer in Vitamin A, and Vitamin E.
- Butter covers your daily Saturated Fat needs 230% more than Dulce de Leche.
- Butter has 15 times less Potassium than Dulce de Leche. Dulce de Leche has 350mg of Potassium, while Butter has 24mg.
- Dulce de Leche contains less Cholesterol.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Dulce de Leche and Butter, without salt.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +1000% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +945.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1358.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +750% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +777.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +704.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +170% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +300% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +100% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +220% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1091.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +659.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +433.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +82.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +266.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +373.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +836% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1060% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +438.5% |
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:
0.85 g
Fats:
81.11 g
Carbs:
0.06 g
Water:
17.94 g
Other:
0.04 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +704.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +92150% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +60% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +4275% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1003.5% |
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
50.489 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
23.43 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.01 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -91% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +993.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +702.7% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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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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| Calories | 315kcal | 717kcal |
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| Protein | 6.84g | 0.85g |
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| Fats | 7.35g | 81.11g |
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| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 55.35g | 0.06g |
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| Carbs | 55.35g | 0.06g |
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| Cholesterol | 29mg | 215mg |
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| Vitamin D | 6IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 22mg | 2mg |
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| Calcium | 251mg | 24mg |
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| Potassium | 350mg | 24mg |
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| Iron | 0.17mg | 0.02mg |
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| Sugar | 49.74g | 0.06g |
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| Copper | 0.004mg | 0.016mg |
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| Zinc | 0.79mg | 0.09mg |
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| Phosphorus | 193mg | 24mg |
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| Sodium | 129mg | 11mg |
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| Vitamin A | 267IU | 2499IU |
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| Vitamin A | 74µg | 684µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 2.32mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0.004mg |
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| Selenium | 2.7µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.016mg | 0.005mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.405mg | 0.034mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 0.042mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.835mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.016mg | 0.003mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.31µg | 0.17µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 7µg |
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| Folate | 11µg | 3µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.364g |
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| Choline | 89.1mg | 18.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.534g | 50.489g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.143g | 23.43g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.375g | 3.01g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.012mg |
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| Threonine | 0.038mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.051mg |
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| Leucine | 0.083mg |
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| Lysine | 0.067mg |
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| Methionine | 0.021mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.041mg |
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| Valine | 0.057mg |
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| Histidine | 0.023mg |
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| Fructose | 0.32g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.05g | 0.315g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.131g | 2.166g |
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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
22%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
4%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 186mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 45.955g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Dulce de Leche is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Dulce de Leche is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Butter is lower in Sugar (difference - 49.68g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Butter contains less Sodium (difference - 118mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Butter is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is cheaper?
Butter is cheaper (difference - $1.4)