Dulce de Leche vs. Milk — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between dulce de Leche and milk?
- Dulce de Leche is higher in vitamin B2, phosphorus, choline, calcium, vitamin B5, and potassium, yet milk is higher in vitamin D and vitamin B12.
- Dulce de Leche's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 20% more.
- Dulce de Leche has 6 times more cholesterol than milk. While dulce de Leche has 29mg of cholesterol, milk has only 5mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in milk is lower.
- The glycemic index of milk is lower.
We used Dulce de Leche and Milk, lowfat, fluid, 1% milkfat, with added vitamin A and vitamin D 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +133.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +466.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +88.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +103.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +150% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -65.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +50% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +22.2% |
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 | +27.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +118.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +125.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +131.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1200% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +120% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +403.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +131.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +51.6% |
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:
3.37 g
Fats:
0.97 g
Carbs:
4.99 g
Water:
89.92 g
Other:
0.75 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +103% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +657.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1009.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +133.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +213.2% |
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
0.633 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.277 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.035 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +673.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +971.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -86% |
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:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
5.2 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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Starch
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Lactose
~5.2g
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Maltose
~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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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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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| Saturated fat | 4.534g | 0.633g | 18% |
| Carbs | 55.35g | 4.99g | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.405mg | 0.185mg | 17% |
| Calories | 315kcal | 42kcal | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 193mg | 95mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 251mg | 125mg | 13% |
| Choline | 89.1mg | 17.7mg | 13% |
| Fats | 7.35g | 0.97g | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.835mg | 0.361mg | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 5mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.31µg | 0.47µg | 7% |
| Protein | 6.84g | 3.37g | 7% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 150mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 48IU | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1.2µg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.143g | 0.277g | 5% |
| Sodium | 129mg | 44mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 11mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.79mg | 0.42mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.375g | 0.035g | 2% |
| Folate | 11µg | 5µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.016mg | 0.037mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.17mg | 0.03mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 74µg | 58µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 0.093mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 2.7µg | 3.3µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.004mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 55.35g | 4.99g | N/A |
| Sugar | 49.74g | 5.2g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0.003mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.016mg | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.043mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.143mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.174mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.319mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.282mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.088mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.174mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.22mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.101mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 0g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.05g | 0.004g | 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 | 0.027g | N/A |
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
23%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
14%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Milk is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Milk is lower in Sugar (difference - 44.54g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Milk contains less Sodium (difference - 85mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Milk is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.901g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Milk is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is cheaper?
Milk is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
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