Dulce de Leche vs. Pecan — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between dulce de Leche and pecan?
- Dulce de Leche is higher in vitamin B2 and calcium, yet pecan is higher in manganese, copper, vitamin B1, fiber, zinc, iron, magnesium, and vitamin B6.
- Pecan's daily need coverage for manganese is 196% more.
- Dulce de Leche has 4 times more calcium than pecan. While dulce de Leche has 251mg of calcium, pecan has only 70mg.
- The glycemic index of pecan is lower.
We used Dulce de Leche and Nuts, pecans 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 CalciumCalcium | +258.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +450% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +17.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1388.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +29900% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +473.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +43.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +224900% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +40.7% |
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 | +136.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2366.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +211.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +120% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +4025% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +455.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1212.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +169.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
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:
9.17 g
Fats:
71.97 g
Carbs:
13.86 g
Water:
3.52 g
Other:
1.48 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +299.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +715.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +34.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +879.2% |
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
6.18 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
40.801 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
21.614 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -26.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1803.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5663.7% |
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:
0.46 g
Sucrose:
3.9 g
Glucose:
0.04 g
Fructose:
0.04 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +971% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +4150% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +700% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.002mg | 4.5mg | 196% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.375g | 21.614g | 142% |
| Copper | 0.004mg | 1.2mg | 133% |
| Fats | 7.35g | 71.97g | 99% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.143g | 40.801g | 97% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.016mg | 0.66mg | 54% |
| Fiber | 0g | 9.6g | 38% |
| Zinc | 0.79mg | 4.53mg | 34% |
| Iron | 0.17mg | 2.53mg | 30% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 121mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.405mg | 0.13mg | 21% |
| Calories | 315kcal | 691kcal | 19% |
| Calcium | 251mg | 70mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.016mg | 0.21mg | 15% |
| Carbs | 55.35g | 13.86g | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.31µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 193mg | 277mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 0mg | 10% |
| Choline | 89.1mg | 40.5mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 74µg | 3µg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 1.4mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 4.534g | 6.18g | 7% |
| Sodium | 129mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 1.167mg | 6% |
| Protein | 6.84g | 9.17g | 5% |
| Folate | 11µg | 22µg | 3% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 410mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 2.7µg | 3.8µg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 1.1mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 3.5µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.835mg | 0.863mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 55.35g | 4.26g | N/A |
| Sugar | 49.74g | 3.97g | N/A |
| Starch | 0.46g | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.093mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.306mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.336mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.598mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.287mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.183mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.426mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.411mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.262mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 0.04g | 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 | 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%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
149%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pecan is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pecan is lower in Sugar (difference - 45.77g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pecan contains less Sodium (difference - 129mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pecan is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pecan is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.646g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($3)
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.