Edam vs. Chocolate cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are edam and chocolate cake different?
- Edam is higher in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, zinc, and vitamin A; however, chocolate cake is richer in choline, copper, and iron.
- Daily need coverage for calcium for edam is 67% higher.
- Edam contains 10 times more vitamin B12 than chocolate cake. While edam contains 1.54µg of vitamin B12, chocolate cake contains only 0.16µg.
- Chocolate cake has less saturated fat.
- Edam has a lower glycemic index (27) than chocolate cake (41).
Cheese, edam and Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting are the varieties used 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 | +1118.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +34.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +443.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +405.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +21.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +265.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +475% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -61.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2445.5% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +82.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +85.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +862.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +281.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1286.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +68.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +733.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.99 g
Fats:
27.8 g
Carbs:
1.43 g
Water:
41.56 g
Other:
4.22 g
Protein:
5.3 g
Fats:
15.1 g
Carbs:
53.4 g
Water:
24.4 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +371.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +84.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +70.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +134.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +3634.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.572 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.125 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.665 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.43 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.039 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.761 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +34.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -69.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +315.2% |
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 Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 731mg | 60mg | 67% |
| Phosphorus | 536mg | 106mg | 61% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.54µg | 0.16µg | 58% |
| Saturated fat | 17.572g | 5.43g | 55% |
| Protein | 24.99g | 5.3g | 39% |
| Zinc | 3.75mg | 0.69mg | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 243µg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 812mg | 315mg | 22% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 128.4mg | 21% |
| Fats | 27.8g | 15.1g | 20% |
| Copper | 0.036mg | 0.207mg | 19% |
| Carbs | 1.43g | 53.4g | 17% |
| Iron | 0.44mg | 1.61mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.389mg | 0.213mg | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.665g | 2.761g | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.28mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 58mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.037mg | 0.141mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.082mg | 1.137mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.6g | 6% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 11.9µg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.125g | 6.039g | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 3% | |
| Folate | 16µg | 27µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 20IU | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.076mg | 0.041mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.24mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 2% | |
| Calories | 357kcal | 371kcal | 1% |
| Potassium | 188mg | 140mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.43g | 51.8g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 32mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.43g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.281mg | 0.304mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.352mg | 0.068mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.932mg | 0.202mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.308mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.57mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.66mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.721mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.434mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.81mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 1.034mg | 0.12mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g | 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
34%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
80%
39%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Edam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chocolate cake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 31mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.43g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate cake contains less Sodium (difference - 497mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chocolate cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.142g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chocolate cake is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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