Dulce de Leche vs. Gouda cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between dulce de Leche and gouda cheese?
- Dulce de Leche is higher in choline and vitamin B5, yet gouda cheese is higher in vitamin B12, phosphorus, calcium, zinc, and selenium.
- Gouda cheese's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 65% more.
- Dulce de Leche has 6 times more choline than gouda cheese. While dulce de Leche has 89.1mg of choline, gouda cheese has only 15.4mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in dulce de Leche is lower.
- The glycemic index of gouda cheese is lower.
We used Dulce de Leche and Cheese, gouda types 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 | +189.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -84.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +31.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +178.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +41.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +800% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +393.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +182.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +450% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +437% |
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 | +21.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +145.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +478.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +123% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +87.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +396.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +76.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +90.9% |
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:
24.94 g
Fats:
27.44 g
Carbs:
2.22 g
Water:
41.46 g
Other:
3.94 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2393.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +264.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +273.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +44.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +125.1% |
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
17.614 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.747 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.657 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -74.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +261.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +75.2% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 4.534g | 17.614g | 59% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.31µg | 1.54µg | 51% |
| Phosphorus | 193mg | 546mg | 50% |
| Calcium | 251mg | 700mg | 45% |
| Protein | 6.84g | 24.94g | 36% |
| Fats | 7.35g | 27.44g | 31% |
| Sodium | 129mg | 819mg | 30% |
| Zinc | 0.79mg | 3.9mg | 28% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 114mg | 28% |
| Selenium | 2.7µg | 14.5µg | 21% |
| Carbs | 55.35g | 2.22g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.143g | 7.747g | 14% |
| Choline | 89.1mg | 15.4mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 74µg | 165µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.835mg | 0.34mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 121mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.405mg | 0.334mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.016mg | 0.08mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.004mg | 0.036mg | 4% |
| Folate | 11µg | 21µg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.375g | 0.657g | 2% |
| Calories | 315kcal | 356kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0.5µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 29mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 20IU | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.016mg | 0.03mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 0.063mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 2.3µg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.17mg | 0.24mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 55.35g | 2.22g | N/A |
| Sugar | 49.74g | 2.22g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0.011mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.352mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.93mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.306mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.564mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.654mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.719mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.431mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.806mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 1.032mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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79%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gouda cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 47.52g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Gouda cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is cheaper?
Gouda cheese is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Gouda cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 85mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dulce de Leche contains less Sodium (difference - 690mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.08g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.