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Edam vs. Custard apple — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between edam and custard apple

  • Edam is richer in phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, and vitamin A, yet custard apple is richer in vitamin C and vitamin B6.
  • Daily need coverage for saturated fat for edam is 87% higher.
  • Custard apple contains less cholesterol.
  • Edam has a lower glycemic index than custard apple.

Food types used in this article are Cheese, edam and Custard-apple, (bullock's-heart), raw.

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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
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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 13% 9% 34% 27% 0% 0% 9% 0.52% 0% 0%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +66.7%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +2336.7%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +∞%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +2452.4%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +103.2%
Contains more IronIron +61.4%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.5%

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
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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 64% 0.67% 0% 0% 20% 23% 9.4% 8.1% 51% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +12050%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +289%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +108.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +116.2%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +509.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +190.8%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Edam
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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% 25% 72%
Protein: 1.7 g
Fats: 0.6 g
Carbs: 25.2 g
Water: 71.5 g
Other: 1 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +1370%
Contains more FatsFats +4533.3%
Contains more OtherOther +322%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1662.2%
Contains more WaterWater +72%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Edam
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67% 31% 3%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 17.572 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.125 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.665 g
100%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.231 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +∞%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +∞%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -98.7%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Edam Custard apple
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 Custard apple DV% diff.
Saturated fat 17.572g 0.231g 79%
Phosphorus 536mg 21mg 74%
Calcium 731mg 30mg 70%
Vitamin B12 1.54µg 0µg 64%
Protein 24.99g 1.7g 47%
Fats 27.8g 0.6g 42%
Sodium 812mg 4mg 35%
Zinc 3.75mg 34%
Cholesterol 89mg 0mg 30%
Vitamin A 243µg 2µg 27%
Selenium 14.5µg 26%
Vitamin B2 0.389mg 0.1mg 22%
Vitamin C 0mg 19.2mg 21%
Monounsaturated fat 8.125g 20%
Calories 357kcal 101kcal 13%
Vitamin B6 0.076mg 0.221mg 11%
Fiber 0g 2.4g 10%
Carbs 1.43g 25.2g 8%
Potassium 188mg 382mg 6%
Copper 0.036mg 4%
Folate 16µg 4%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.665g 4%
Vitamin B1 0.037mg 0.08mg 4%
Iron 0.44mg 0.71mg 3%
Vitamin D 0.5µg 3%
Choline 15.4mg 3%
Magnesium 30mg 18mg 3%
Vitamin B3 0.082mg 0.5mg 3%
Vitamin B5 0.281mg 0.135mg 3%
Vitamin D 20IU 3%
Vitamin K 2.3µg 2%
Vitamin E 0.24mg 2%
Net carbs 1.43g 22.8g N/A
Sugar 1.43g N/A
Manganese 0.011mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.352mg 0.007mg 0%
Threonine 0.932mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.308mg 0%
Leucine 2.57mg 0%
Lysine 2.66mg 0.037mg 0%
Methionine 0.721mg 0.004mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.434mg 0%
Valine 1.81mg 0%
Histidine 1.034mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Edam Custard apple
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
14%
Custard apple
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
80%
Edam
9%
Custard apple

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 - 27)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Edam
Edam is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Custard apple
Custard apple is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 89mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Custard apple
Custard apple is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.43g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Custard apple
Custard apple contains less Sodium (difference - 808mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Custard apple
Custard apple is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.341g)
Which food is cheaper?
Custard apple
Custard apple is cheaper (difference - $2.6)

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. Custard apple - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171725/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.