Gouda cheese vs. Cottage cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between gouda cheese and cottage cheese
- Cottage cheese contains less calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B2, selenium, and vitamin A than gouda cheese.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for gouda cheese is 79% higher.
- Cottage cheese has 10 times less zinc than gouda cheese. Gouda cheese has 3.9mg of zinc, while cottage cheese has 0.4mg.
- Cottage cheese is lower in saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, gouda and Cheese, cottage, creamed, large or small curd.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +262.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +743.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +16.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +242.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +24.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +875% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +243.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +450% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +49.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -55.6% |
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 | +345.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +104.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +73.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +258.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +75% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +57.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +63.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +19.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.94 g
Fats:
27.44 g
Carbs:
2.22 g
Water:
41.46 g
Other:
3.94 g
Protein:
11.12 g
Fats:
4.3 g
Carbs:
3.38 g
Water:
79.79 g
Other:
1.41 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +124.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +538.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +179.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +52.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +92.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.614 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.747 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.657 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.718 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.778 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.123 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +895.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +434.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -90.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 17.614g | 1.718g | 72% |
| Calcium | 700mg | 83mg | 62% |
| Phosphorus | 546mg | 159mg | 55% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.54µg | 0.43µg | 46% |
| Fats | 27.44g | 4.3g | 36% |
| Cholesterol | 114mg | 17mg | 32% |
| Zinc | 3.9mg | 0.4mg | 32% |
| Protein | 24.94g | 11.12g | 28% |
| Sodium | 819mg | 364mg | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.747g | 0.778g | 17% |
| Vitamin A | 165µg | 37µg | 14% |
| Calories | 356kcal | 98kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.334mg | 0.163mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 9.7µg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 8mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.34mg | 0.557mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.657g | 0.123g | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.046mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 20IU | 3IU | 2% |
| Folate | 21µg | 12µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 0.1µg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.24mg | 0.07mg | 2% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 18.4mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 104mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.24mg | 0.08mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.036mg | 0.029mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 2.22g | 3.38g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2.22g | 3.38g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.22g | 2.67g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.002mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.063mg | 0.099mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.352mg | 0.147mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.93mg | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.306mg | 0.591mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.564mg | 1.116mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.654mg | 0.934mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.719mg | 0.269mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.431mg | 0.577mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.806mg | 0.748mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 1.032mg | 0.326mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
32%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
79%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gouda cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.45g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Gouda cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Gouda cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Gouda cheese is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cottage cheese is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 97mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cottage cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 455mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cottage cheese is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 15.896g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)