Gouda cheese vs. Parmesan — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Gouda cheese and Parmesan
- Gouda cheese has more Vitamin B12, however, Parmesan has more Selenium, Calcium, Phosphorus, and Vitamin A.
- Daily need coverage for Sodium from Parmesan is 43% higher.
- Parmesan has 4 times less Folate than Gouda cheese. Gouda cheese has 21µg of Folate, while Parmesan has 6µg.
- Parmesan is lower in Cholesterol.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, gouda and Cheese, parmesan, grated.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -54.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +17.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +21.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +48.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +104.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +11.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +14.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +545.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +137.2% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +15.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +35.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +250% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +73% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +120.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +27% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +32.4% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0.5µg
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:
28.42 g
Fats:
27.84 g
Carbs:
13.91 g
Water:
22.65 g
Other:
7.18 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +83% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +14% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +526.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +82.2% |
~equal in
Fats
~27.84g
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
15.371 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.13 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.386 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -12.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +111% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~7.13g
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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 356kcal | 420kcal |
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| Protein | 24.94g | 28.42g |
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| Fats | 27.44g | 27.84g |
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| Net carbs | 2.22g | 13.91g |
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| Carbs | 2.22g | 13.91g |
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| Cholesterol | 114mg | 86mg |
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| Vitamin D | 20IU | 21IU |
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| Magnesium | 29mg | 34mg |
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| Calcium | 700mg | 853mg |
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| Potassium | 121mg | 180mg |
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| Iron | 0.24mg | 0.49mg |
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| Sugar | 2.22g | 0.07g |
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| Copper | 0.036mg | 0.04mg |
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| Zinc | 3.9mg | 4.2mg |
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| Phosphorus | 546mg | 627mg |
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| Sodium | 819mg | 1804mg |
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| Vitamin A | 563IU | 974IU |
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| Vitamin A | 165µg | 262µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.24mg | 0.53mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 0.5µg | |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.071mg |
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| Selenium | 14.5µg | 34.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.026mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.334mg | 0.358mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.063mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.34mg | 0.45mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.081mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.54µg | 1.4µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 1.7µg |
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| Folate | 21µg | 6µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.876g |
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| Choline | 15.4mg | 14.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 17.614g | 15.371g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.747g | 7.13g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.657g | 1.386g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.352mg | 0.383mg |
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| Threonine | 0.93mg | 1.075mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.306mg | 1.455mg |
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| Leucine | 2.564mg | 2.747mg |
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| Lysine | 2.654mg | 2.201mg |
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| Methionine | 0.719mg | 0.751mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.431mg | 1.538mg |
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| Valine | 1.806mg | 1.865mg |
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| Histidine | 1.032mg | 0.806mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.102g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.015g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.026g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.87g |
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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
31%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
79%
114%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Parmesan is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parmesan is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.15g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Parmesan is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.243g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Parmesan is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Parmesan is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Parmesan is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Gouda cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 985mg)
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.