Edam vs. Gingerbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between edam and gingerbread
- Edam is richer in phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, and zinc, yet gingerbread is richer in iron, manganese, and copper.
- Daily need coverage for phosphorus for edam is 69% higher.
- Edam contains 26 times more vitamin B12 than gingerbread. Edam contains 1.54µg of vitamin B12, while gingerbread contains 0.06µg.
- Gingerbread contains less saturated fat.
- Edam has a lower glycemic index than gingerbread.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, edam and Cake, gingerbread, prepared from recipe.
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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 | +929.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +861.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +892.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +133.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +133.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +554.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +441.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -59.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +6109.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +12.4% |
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 | +1635.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +140.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +2466.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +413.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2019.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +33.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +150% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +106.3% |
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:
3.9 g
Fats:
16.4 g
Carbs:
49.2 g
Water:
28 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +540.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +69.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +48.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +68.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +3340.6% |
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
4.122 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.216 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +14.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -76.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +534% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Phosphorus | 536mg | 54mg | 69% |
| Calcium | 731mg | 71mg | 66% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.54µg | 0.06µg | 62% |
| Saturated fat | 17.572g | 4.122g | 61% |
| Protein | 24.99g | 3.9g | 42% |
| Iron | 0.44mg | 2.88mg | 31% |
| Zinc | 3.75mg | 0.39mg | 31% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.683mg | 29% |
| Vitamin A | 243µg | 14µg | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.665g | 4.216g | 24% |
| Sodium | 812mg | 327mg | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 32mg | 19% |
| Fats | 27.8g | 16.4g | 18% |
| Copper | 0.036mg | 0.195mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.389mg | 0.162mg | 17% |
| Carbs | 1.43g | 49.2g | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.037mg | 0.19mg | 13% |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 70mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.082mg | 1.738mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.076mg | 0.19mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 188mg | 439mg | 7% |
| Folate | 16µg | 33µg | 4% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 3% | |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 16.3µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 20IU | 3% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.125g | 7.124g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.24mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.281mg | 0.375mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 2% | |
| Calories | 357kcal | 356kcal | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.43g | 49.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.43g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.352mg | 0.047mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.932mg | 0.124mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.308mg | 0.151mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.57mg | 0.279mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.66mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.721mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.434mg | 0.195mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.81mg | 0.173mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 1.034mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | 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%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
80%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Gingerbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 57mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gingerbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.43g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Gingerbread contains less Sodium (difference - 485mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Gingerbread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.45g)
Which food is cheaper?
Gingerbread is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Edam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 59)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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