Kefir vs. Goat milk — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between kefir and goat milk
- Kefir is higher in vitamin B12 and vitamin A, yet goat milk is higher in monounsaturated fat.
- Kefir contains 4 times more vitamin B12 than goat milk. While kefir contains 0.29µg of vitamin B12, goat milk contains only 0.07µg.
- The amount of saturated fat in kefir is lower.
- The glycemic index of goat milk is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Kefir, lowfat, plain, LIFEWAY and Milk, goat, fluid, with added vitamin D.
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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 ZincZinc | +53.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -20% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +157.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +16.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +24.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +25% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +411.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +260% |
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 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +24.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +26.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +314.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1200% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +550% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +250% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +30% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +84.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +200% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +345.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +12.3% |
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Protein
~3.56g
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Carbs
~4.45g
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Water
~87.03g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -75.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +257.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +181.1% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 171µg | 57µg | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 0.658g | 2.667g | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.29µg | 0.07µg | 9% |
| Fats | 0.93g | 4.14g | 5% |
| Selenium | 3.6µg | 1.4µg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.009mg | 0.046mg | 4% |
| Folate | 13µg | 1µg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.31g | 1.109g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 11mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.385mg | 0.31mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.048mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 1µg | 1.3µg | 2% |
| Calories | 41kcal | 69kcal | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.053g | 0.149g | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.058mg | 0.046mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.005mg | 0.018mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.15mg | 0.277mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 41IU | 51IU | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 105mg | 111mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.46mg | 0.3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 1.3mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 164mg | 204mg | 1% |
| Protein | 3.79g | 3.56g | 0% |
| Carbs | 4.48g | 4.45g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 4.48g | 4.45g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 130mg | 134mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.04mg | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.61g | 4.45g | N/A |
| Sodium | 40mg | 50mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.02mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.135mg | 0.138mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0.3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.037g | N/A | |
| Choline | 15.2mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.044mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.163mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.207mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.314mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.29mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.08mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.155mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.24mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.089mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.029g | 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
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kefir is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kefir contains less Sodium (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kefir is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.009g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Goat milk is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.16g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Goat milk is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Goat milk is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.