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Edam vs. Macaroon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between edam and macaroon?

  • Edam is higher in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B2, and vitamin A; however, macaroon is richer in copper and fiber.
  • Edam's daily need coverage for calcium is 73% more.
  • Macaroon has less cholesterol.

We used Cheese, edam and Cookies, coconut macaroon 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.
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 21% 1.5% 11% 31% 90% 20% 29% 31% 0% 37%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +14520%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +52.8%
Contains more ZincZinc +413.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +688.2%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +113.2%
Contains more IronIron +86.4%
Contains more CopperCopper +647.2%
Contains less SodiumSodium -70.3%
~equal in Magnesium ~29mg

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
10
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% 3.8% 0% 5% 14% 4.1% 0% 22% 0% 2.8% 2.3% 5%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +26.3%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +85%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +548.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +109.1%
Contains more FolateFolate +433.3%
Contains more CholineCholine +69.2%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +168.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +26.3%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Edam
4
25% 28% 42% 4%
Protein: 24.99 g
Fats: 27.8 g
Carbs: 1.43 g
Water: 41.56 g
Other: 4.22 g
3% 23% 61% 12% 2%
Protein: 3.02 g
Fats: 22.55 g
Carbs: 61.22 g
Water: 11.5 g
Other: 1.71 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +727.5%
Contains more FatsFats +23.3%
Contains more WaterWater +261.4%
Contains more OtherOther +146.8%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +4181.1%

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
89% 7% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 20.099 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.81 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -12.6%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +404.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +21.8%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Edam Macaroon DV% diff.
Calcium 731mg 5mg 73%
Phosphorus 536mg 68mg 67%
Vitamin B12 1.54µg 0µg 64%
Protein 24.99g 3.02g 44%
Cholesterol 89mg 0mg 30%
Zinc 3.75mg 0.73mg 27%
Vitamin A 243µg 0µg 27%
Copper 0.036mg 0.269mg 26%
Vitamin B2 0.389mg 0.06mg 25%
Sodium 812mg 241mg 25%
Fiber 0g 5.1g 20%
Carbs 1.43g 61.22g 20%
Monounsaturated fat 8.125g 1.61g 16%
Selenium 14.5µg 6.8µg 14%
Saturated fat 17.572g 20.099g 11%
Fats 27.8g 22.55g 8%
Vitamin B5 0.281mg 6%
Calories 357kcal 460kcal 5%
Iron 0.44mg 0.82mg 5%
Folate 16µg 3µg 3%
Vitamin D 0.5µg 0µg 3%
Vitamin D 20IU 0IU 3%
Potassium 188mg 123mg 2%
Vitamin B6 0.076mg 0.096mg 2%
Choline 15.4mg 9.1mg 1%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.665g 0.81g 1%
Vitamin B1 0.037mg 0.02mg 1%
Vitamin B3 0.082mg 0.22mg 1%
Vitamin K 2.3µg 1.1µg 1%
Net carbs 1.43g 56.12g N/A
Magnesium 30mg 29mg 0%
Sugar 1.43g 45.16g N/A
Vitamin E 0.24mg 0.19mg 0%
Manganese 0.011mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.352mg 0%
Threonine 0.932mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.308mg 0%
Leucine 2.57mg 0%
Lysine 2.66mg 0%
Methionine 0.721mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.434mg 0%
Valine 1.81mg 0%
Histidine 1.034mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Edam Macaroon
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
5%
Macaroon
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
80%
Edam
27%
Macaroon

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 89mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Macaroon
Macaroon contains less Sodium (difference - 571mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Macaroon
Macaroon is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Edam
Edam is lower in Sugar (difference - 43.73g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Edam
Edam is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.527g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Edam
Edam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Edam
Edam is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Edam
Edam is relatively richer in vitamins

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. Macaroon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171847/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.