Dulce de Leche vs. Sugar substitute — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between dulce de Leche and sugar substitute
- Dulce de Leche is richer in vitamin B2, phosphorus, vitamin B5, potassium, and zinc, yet sugar substitute is richer in calcium.
- Daily need coverage for calcium for sugar substitute is 63% higher.
- Dulce de Leche contains 27 times more vitamin B2 than sugar substitute. Dulce de Leche contains 0.405mg of vitamin B2, while sugar substitute contains 0.015mg.
- Sugar substitute contains less sugar.
Food types used in this article are Dulce de Leche and Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown.
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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 | +266.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +797.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1875% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2312.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -77.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +250.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +75% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1000% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +943.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +232% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +214.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +53.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +130.3% |
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:
3.52 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.09 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
2.94 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +56% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 251mg | 879mg | 63% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.405mg | 0.015mg | 30% |
| Phosphorus | 193mg | 8mg | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 4.534g | 21% | |
| Sodium | 129mg | 572mg | 19% |
| Choline | 89.1mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.835mg | 0.08mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.31µg | 13% | |
| Fats | 7.35g | 0g | 11% |
| Carbs | 55.35g | 84.77g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 10% | |
| Protein | 6.84g | 2.06g | 10% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 39mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 74µg | 8% | |
| Zinc | 0.79mg | 0.04mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.143g | 5% | |
| Selenium | 2.7µg | 5% | |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 6mg | 4% |
| Folate | 11µg | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.375g | 3% | |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 3% | |
| Calories | 315kcal | 347kcal | 2% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.6g | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0.022mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 1% | |
| Starch | 3.52g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 55.35g | 84.17g | N/A |
| Iron | 0.17mg | 0.16mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 49.74g | 4.03g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.004mg | 0.007mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.016mg | 0.015mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.016mg | 0.015mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | N/A | |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 0g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.05g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | 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 |
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%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sugar substitute is lower in Sugar (difference - 45.71g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.534g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sugar substitute is lower in glycemic index (difference - 2)
Which food is cheaper?
Sugar substitute is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dulce de Leche contains less Sodium (difference - 443mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Dulce de Leche is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.