Gouda cheese vs. Dulce de Leche — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between gouda cheese and dulce de Leche?
- Gouda cheese is higher in vitamin B12, phosphorus, calcium, zinc, and selenium, yet dulce de Leche is higher in choline and vitamin B5.
- Gouda cheese's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 65% more.
- Gouda cheese has 6 times more sodium than dulce de Leche. While gouda cheese has 819mg of sodium, dulce de Leche has only 129mg.
- The glycemic index of gouda cheese is lower.
We used Cheese, gouda and Dulce de Leche 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +31.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +178.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +41.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +800% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +393.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +182.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +450% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +437% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +189.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -84.2% |
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 | +123% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +87.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +396.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +76.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +90.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +21.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +145.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +478.6% |
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:
6.84 g
Fats:
7.35 g
Carbs:
55.35 g
Water:
28.71 g
Other:
1.75 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +264.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +273.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +44.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +125.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2393.2% |
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
4.534 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.143 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.375 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +261.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +75.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -74.3% |
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 | 4.534g | 59% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.54µg | 0.31µg | 51% |
| Phosphorus | 546mg | 193mg | 50% |
| Calcium | 700mg | 251mg | 45% |
| Protein | 24.94g | 6.84g | 36% |
| Fats | 27.44g | 7.35g | 31% |
| Sodium | 819mg | 129mg | 30% |
| Zinc | 3.9mg | 0.79mg | 28% |
| Cholesterol | 114mg | 29mg | 28% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 2.7µg | 21% |
| Carbs | 2.22g | 55.35g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.747g | 2.143g | 14% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 89.1mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 165µg | 74µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.34mg | 0.835mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 350mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.334mg | 0.405mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.016mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.036mg | 0.004mg | 4% |
| Folate | 21µg | 11µg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.6mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.657g | 0.375g | 2% |
| Calories | 356kcal | 315kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 0.2µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 22mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 20IU | 6IU | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.016mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.063mg | 0.21mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 1.3µg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.24mg | 0.17mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2.22g | 55.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.22g | 49.74g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.24mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.002mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.352mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.93mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.306mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.564mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.654mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.719mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.431mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.806mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 1.032mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.05g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.131g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
79%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gouda cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 47.52g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Gouda cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is cheaper?
Gouda cheese is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Gouda cheese is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 85mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dulce de Leche contains less Sodium (difference - 690mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.08g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.