Dulce de Leche vs. Dates — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between dulce de Leche and dates
- Dulce de Leche has more vitamin B2, calcium, phosphorus, choline, and vitamin B12; however, dates have more fiber, copper, vitamin B6, and manganese.
- Dates' daily need coverage for fiber is 32% more.
- Dates are lower in saturated fat.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Dulce de Leche and Dates, deglet noor.
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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 | +543.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +172.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +211.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +95.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +87.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +500% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +5050% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +13000% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +11.1% |
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 | +550% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +513.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +41.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1314.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +225% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +506.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +931.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +107.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +72.7% |
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:
2.45 g
Fats:
0.39 g
Carbs:
75.03 g
Water:
20.53 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +179.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1784.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +39.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +35.6% |
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Other
~1.6g
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
0.032 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.036 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.019 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5852.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1873.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.3% |
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:
23.84 g
Glucose:
19.87 g
Fructose:
19.56 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.12 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +75.2% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +1068.8% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +6012.5% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Starch
~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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 0g | 8g | 32% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.405mg | 0.066mg | 26% |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 19.56g | 24% |
| Copper | 0.004mg | 0.206mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 251mg | 39mg | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 4.534g | 0.032g | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 193mg | 62mg | 19% |
| Choline | 89.1mg | 6.3mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.31µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0.262mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.016mg | 0.165mg | 11% |
| Iron | 0.17mg | 1.02mg | 11% |
| Fats | 7.35g | 0.39g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 0mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 656mg | 9% |
| Protein | 6.84g | 2.45g | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 74µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Carbs | 55.35g | 75.03g | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 1.274mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 129mg | 2mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 43mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.79mg | 0.29mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.143g | 0.036g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.835mg | 0.589mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.016mg | 0.052mg | 3% |
| Folate | 11µg | 19µg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.375g | 0.019g | 2% |
| Calories | 315kcal | 282kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 0.4mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 2.7µg | 3µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 2.7µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 55.35g | 67.03g | N/A |
| Sugar | 49.74g | 63.35g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.043mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.049mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.084mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.022mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.05mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.071mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.032mg | 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 | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g | 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%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Sugar (difference - 13.61g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Dates is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dates contains less Sodium (difference - 127mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Dates is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.502g)
Which food is cheaper?
Dates is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (42)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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