Dulce de Leche vs. Hot dog — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between dulce de Leche and hot dogs
- Dulce de Leche has more vitamin B2 and calcium; however, hot dogs are higher in vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and iron.
- Hot dogs cover your daily vitamin B12 needs 53% more than dulce de Leche.
- Hot dogs contain 3 times less vitamin B2 than dulce de Leche. Dulce de Leche contains 0.405mg of vitamin B2, while hot dogs contain 0.121mg.
- Dulce de Leche has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of dulce de Leche is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Dulce de Leche and Frankfurter, meat.
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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 | +46.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +153.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +130.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +541.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2325% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +51.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2150% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +363% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +234.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +169.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +83.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +243.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1169% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +937.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +406.5% |
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:
10.26 g
Fats:
25.76 g
Carbs:
4.17 g
Water:
56.31 g
Other:
3.5 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1227.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +50% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +250.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +96.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +100% |
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
7.666 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.386 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.404 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -40.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +431.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1074.4% |
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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| Vitamin B12 | 0.31µg | 1.57µg | 53% |
| Sodium | 129mg | 1090mg | 42% |
| Fats | 7.35g | 25.76g | 28% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.375g | 4.404g | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.143g | 11.386g | 23% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.405mg | 0.121mg | 22% |
| Selenium | 2.7µg | 12.5µg | 18% |
| Carbs | 55.35g | 4.17g | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 77mg | 16% |
| Choline | 89.1mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 2.665mg | 15% |
| Calcium | 251mg | 99mg | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 4.534g | 7.666g | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.016mg | 0.166mg | 12% |
| Iron | 0.17mg | 1.09mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.835mg | 0.31mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.004mg | 0.097mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 74µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Protein | 6.84g | 10.26g | 7% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 152mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.79mg | 1.2mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.016mg | 0.055mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 193mg | 206mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0.045mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 15mg | 2% |
| Folate | 11µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Calories | 315kcal | 290kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 55.35g | 4.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 49.74g | N/A | |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 0.19mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.111mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.474mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.53mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.907mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.963mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.291mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.445mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.555mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.331mg | 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
23%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
46%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hot dog is lower in Sugar (difference - 49.74g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hot dog is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is cheaper?
Hot dog is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hot dog is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dulce de Leche contains less Sodium (difference - 961mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.132g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Dulce de Leche is relatively richer in vitamins