Dulce de Leche vs. Gingerbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between dulce de Leche and gingerbread
- Dulce de Leche has more phosphorus, vitamin B2, and calcium, while gingerbread has more iron, manganese, selenium, copper, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, and magnesium.
- Gingerbread's daily need coverage for iron is 34% higher.
- Gingerbread contains 4 times less phosphorus than dulce de Leche. Dulce de Leche contains 193mg of phosphorus, while gingerbread contains 54mg.
- Dulce de Leche has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of dulce de Leche is 42, while the glycemic index of gingerbread is 86.
The food types used in this comparison are Dulce de Leche and Cake, gingerbread, prepared from recipe.
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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 | +253.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +102.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +257.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -60.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +218.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +25.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1594.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +4775% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +34050% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +503.7% |
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 | +2500% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +428.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +122.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +416.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1087.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +727.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1087.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
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:
3.9 g
Fats:
16.4 g
Carbs:
49.2 g
Water:
28 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +75.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +12.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +123.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +42.9% |
~equal in
Water
~28g
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
4.122 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.216 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +232.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1024.3% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~4.122g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.17mg | 2.88mg | 34% |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0.683mg | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.375g | 4.216g | 26% |
| Selenium | 2.7µg | 16.3µg | 25% |
| Copper | 0.004mg | 0.195mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 193mg | 54mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.405mg | 0.162mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 251mg | 71mg | 18% |
| Choline | 89.1mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.016mg | 0.19mg | 15% |
| Fats | 7.35g | 16.4g | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.016mg | 0.19mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.143g | 7.124g | 12% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 70mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.31µg | 0.06µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 1.738mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 129mg | 327mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.835mg | 0.375mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 74µg | 14µg | 7% |
| Protein | 6.84g | 3.9g | 6% |
| Folate | 11µg | 33µg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.79mg | 0.39mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 439mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 0.1mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 4.534g | 4.122g | 2% |
| Calories | 315kcal | 356kcal | 2% |
| Carbs | 55.35g | 49.2g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 1% | |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 32mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 55.35g | 49.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 49.74g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.047mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.124mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.151mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.279mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.131mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.08mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.195mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.173mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | 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%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gingerbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 49.74g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Gingerbread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.412g)
Which food is cheaper?
Gingerbread is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Gingerbread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dulce de Leche contains less Sodium (difference - 198mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Dulce de Leche is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Dulce de Leche is relatively richer in vitamins