Dulce de Leche vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between dulce de Leche and potato chips?
- Dulce de Leche is richer in calcium, yet potato chips are richer in vitamin E, vitamin B6, copper, vitamin C, potassium, vitamin B3, fiber, and manganese.
- Potato chips' daily need coverage for vitamin E is 59% higher.
- Dulce de Leche has 10 times more calcium than potato chips. Dulce de Leche has 251mg of calcium, while potato chips have 24mg.
- Dulce de Leche contains less saturated fat.
- Dulce de Leche has a lower glycemic index than potato chips.
We used Dulce de Leche and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted types in this comparison.
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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 | +945.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +17% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +204.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +264.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +858.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +7550% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +38% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +21900% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +200% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +105.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +107.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +137.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1096.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +4455% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +943.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1722.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +4025% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1600% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +309.1% |
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:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1411.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +370.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +105.7% |
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Protein
~7g
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Carbs
~52.9g
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
10.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.17 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -58.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +359.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3145.3% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.375g | 12.17g | 79% |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 9.11mg | 59% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.016mg | 0.66mg | 50% |
| Fats | 7.35g | 34.6g | 42% |
| Copper | 0.004mg | 0.306mg | 34% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 31.1mg | 32% |
| Saturated fat | 4.534g | 10.96g | 29% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 1275mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 3.827mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 251mg | 24mg | 23% |
| Histidine | 153mg | 22% | |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.8g | 19% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.143g | 9.84g | 19% |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0.44mg | 19% |
| Iron | 0.17mg | 1.63mg | 18% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 22.1µg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.405mg | 0.197mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.31µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.016mg | 0.167mg | 13% |
| Calories | 315kcal | 536kcal | 11% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 67mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 2.7µg | 8.1µg | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 0mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.835mg | 0.402mg | 9% |
| Choline | 89.1mg | 37.5mg | 9% |
| Folate | 11µg | 45µg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 74µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Sodium | 129mg | 8mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 193mg | 165mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.79mg | 1.09mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Carbs | 55.35g | 52.9g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Protein | 6.84g | 7g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 55.35g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 49.74g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.108mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.253mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.283mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.419mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.424mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.31mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.392mg | 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%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 49.52g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 121mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato chips is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.426g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Dulce de Leche is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
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.