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Edam vs. Hummus — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between edam and hummus?

  • Edam is richer in calcium, vitamin B12, phosphorus, and vitamin B2, while hummus is higher in copper, manganese, iron, and fiber.
  • Edam's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 81% higher.
  • Hummus is lower in cholesterol.
  • Edam has a higher glycemic index (27) than hummus (6).

We used Cheese, edam and Hummus, commercial types in this comparison.

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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
4
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%
Hummus
6
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 51% 11% 20% 92% 176% 50% 75% 49% 101% 14%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +1823.7%
Contains more ZincZinc +104.9%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +204.5%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +457.7%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +136.7%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +21.3%
Contains more IronIron +454.5%
Contains more CopperCopper +1363.9%
Contains less SodiumSodium -53.3%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +6927.3%

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%
Hummus
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% 45% 15% 11% 7.9% 46% 0% 0% 62% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +507.8%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +112.9%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +386.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +609.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +163.2%
Contains more FolateFolate +418.8%
~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
Hummus
2
8% 10% 14% 67%
Protein: 7.9 g
Fats: 9.6 g
Carbs: 14.29 g
Water: 66.59 g
Other: 1.62 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +216.3%
Contains more FatsFats +189.6%
Contains more OtherOther +160.5%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +899.3%
Contains more WaterWater +60.2%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Edam
1
67% 31% 3%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 17.572 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.125 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.665 g
Hummus
2
16% 44% 40%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.437 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 4.039 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.613 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +101.2%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -91.8%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +443.3%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Edam Hummus DV% diff.
Saturated fat 17.572g 1.437g 73%
Calcium 731mg 38mg 69%
Vitamin B12 1.54µg 0µg 64%
Copper 0.036mg 0.527mg 55%
Phosphorus 536mg 176mg 51%
Protein 24.99g 7.9g 34%
Manganese 0.011mg 0.773mg 33%
Cholesterol 89mg 0mg 30%
Fats 27.8g 9.6g 28%
Vitamin A 243µg 27%
Vitamin B2 0.389mg 0.064mg 25%
Iron 0.44mg 2.44mg 25%
Fiber 0g 6g 24%
Selenium 14.5µg 2.6µg 22%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.665g 3.613g 20%
Sodium 812mg 379mg 19%
Zinc 3.75mg 1.83mg 17%
Folate 16µg 83µg 17%
Vitamin B1 0.037mg 0.18mg 12%
Vitamin B6 0.076mg 0.2mg 10%
Monounsaturated fat 8.125g 4.039g 10%
Calories 357kcal 166kcal 10%
Magnesium 30mg 71mg 10%
Carbs 1.43g 14.29g 4%
Vitamin D 20IU 0IU 3%
Choline 15.4mg 3%
Vitamin D 0.5µg 0µg 3%
Vitamin B5 0.281mg 0.132mg 3%
Vitamin B3 0.082mg 0.582mg 3%
Vitamin K 2.3µg 2%
Vitamin E 0.24mg 2%
Potassium 188mg 228mg 1%
Net carbs 1.43g 8.29g N/A
Sugar 1.43g N/A
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?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
Edam Hummus
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%
Hummus
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
80%
Edam
64%
Hummus

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hummus
Hummus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 89mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hummus
Hummus is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.43g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hummus
Hummus contains less Sodium (difference - 433mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Hummus
Hummus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 16.135g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hummus
Hummus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 21)
Which food is cheaper?
Hummus
Hummus is cheaper (difference - $1.1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Edam
Edam is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

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. Hummus - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174289/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.