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Edam vs. Arborio rice — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between edam and arborio rice

  • Edam has more calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B2, and vitamin A, while arborio rice has more manganese.
  • Edam's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 88% higher.
  • The amount of sodium in arborio rice is lower.
  • Edam has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of edam is 27, while the glycemic index of arborio rice is 69.

The food types used in this comparison are Cheese, edam and Rice, white, short-grain, enriched, cooked.

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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.
Edam
6
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 21% 219% 17% 17% 12% 102% 230% 106% 1.4% 79%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 5.7% 0.3% 2.3% 55% 24% 11% 14% 0% 47% 41%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +275%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +73000%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +623.1%
Contains more ZincZinc +837.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1524.2%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +93.3%
Contains more IronIron +231.8%
Contains more CopperCopper +100%
Contains less SodiumSodium -100%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +3145.5%

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.
Edam
8
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 81% 4.8% 7.5% 9.3% 90% 1.5% 17% 18% 193% 5.8% 12% 8.4%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 41% 3.7% 28% 24% 14% 0% 0% 44% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +2331.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +28.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +343.2%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +1720.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +41.3%
Contains more FolateFolate +268.8%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Edam
3
25% 28% 42% 4%
Protein: 24.99 g
Fats: 27.8 g
Carbs: 1.43 g
Water: 41.56 g
Other: 4.22 g
2% 29% 69%
Protein: 2.36 g
Fats: 0.19 g
Carbs: 28.73 g
Water: 68.53 g
Other: 0.19 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +958.9%
Contains more FatsFats +14531.6%
Contains more OtherOther +2121.1%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1909.1%
Contains more WaterWater +64.9%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Edam
2
67% 31% 3%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 17.572 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.125 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.665 g
32% 36% 31%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.051 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.058 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.05 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +13908.6%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1230%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -99.7%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Edam Arborio rice
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Edam Arborio rice DV% diff.
Saturated fat 17.572g 0.051g 80%
Calcium 731mg 1mg 73%
Phosphorus 536mg 33mg 72%
Vitamin B12 1.54µg 0µg 64%
Protein 24.99g 2.36g 45%
Fats 27.8g 0.19g 42%
Sodium 812mg 0mg 35%
Cholesterol 89mg 0mg 30%
Zinc 3.75mg 0.4mg 30%
Vitamin B2 0.389mg 0.016mg 29%
Vitamin A 243µg 0µg 27%
Monounsaturated fat 8.125g 0.058g 20%
Manganese 0.011mg 0.357mg 15%
Iron 0.44mg 1.46mg 13%
Selenium 14.5µg 7.5µg 13%
Folate 16µg 59µg 11%
Calories 357kcal 130kcal 11%
Vitamin B1 0.037mg 0.164mg 11%
Carbs 1.43g 28.73g 9%
Vitamin B3 0.082mg 1.493mg 9%
Magnesium 30mg 8mg 5%
Potassium 188mg 26mg 5%
Copper 0.036mg 0.072mg 4%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.665g 0.05g 4%
Choline 15.4mg 3%
Vitamin D 20IU 0IU 3%
Vitamin D 0.5µg 0µg 3%
Vitamin K 2.3µg 2%
Vitamin B5 0.281mg 0.397mg 2%
Vitamin E 0.24mg 2%
Vitamin B6 0.076mg 0.059mg 1%
Net carbs 1.43g 28.73g N/A
Sugar 1.43g N/A
Tryptophan 0.352mg 0.027mg 0%
Threonine 0.932mg 0.084mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.308mg 0.102mg 0%
Leucine 2.57mg 0.195mg 0%
Lysine 2.66mg 0.085mg 0%
Methionine 0.721mg 0.056mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.434mg 0.126mg 0%
Valine 1.81mg 0.144mg 0%
Histidine 1.034mg 0.056mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Edam Arborio rice
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
34%
Edam
12%
Arborio rice
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
80%
Edam
20%
Arborio rice

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Edam
Edam is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Edam
Edam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Edam
Edam is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 89mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.43g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice contains less Sodium (difference - 812mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.521g)
Which food is cheaper?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is cheaper (difference - $1.6)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Edam - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173419/nutrients
  2. Arborio rice - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168882/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.