Kit Kat vs. Edam — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between kit Kat and edam?
- Kit Kat is higher in copper; however, edam is richer in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, vitamin A, and vitamin B2.
- Edam's daily need coverage for calcium is 61% more.
- Edam contains 6 times less copper than kit Kat. Kit Kat contains 0.22mg of copper, while edam contains 0.036mg.
- Kit Kat has less cholesterol.
- Edam has a lower glycemic index (27) than kit Kat (50).
We used Candies, KIT KAT Wafer Bar and Cheese, edam 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 | +23.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +22.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +127.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +511.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +809.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +484.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +4066.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +297% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +190% |
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 EVitamin E | +41.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +216.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +509.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +127.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +126.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +101.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +912.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +85.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +280% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +175% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +14.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +4416.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +283.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2449.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +229.7% |
~equal in
Fats
~27.8g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +34.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +39% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~17.572g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 125mg | 731mg | 61% |
| Phosphorus | 135mg | 536mg | 57% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.56µg | 1.54µg | 41% |
| Protein | 6.51g | 24.99g | 37% |
| Sodium | 54mg | 812mg | 33% |
| Zinc | 0.09mg | 3.75mg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 89mg | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 24µg | 243µg | 24% |
| Carbs | 64.59g | 1.43g | 21% |
| Copper | 0.22mg | 0.036mg | 20% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 14.5µg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.21mg | 0.389mg | 14% |
| Calories | 518kcal | 357kcal | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 0.44mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.64mg | 0.281mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.117mg | 0.037mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.844g | 8.125g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 0g | 4% |
| Starch | 10.6g | 4% | |
| Caffeine | 14mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.02mg | 0.076mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.1mg | 0.011mg | 4% |
| Fats | 25.99g | 27.8g | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.5mg | 0.082mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 20IU | 3% |
| Choline | 31mg | 15.4mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.5µg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.895g | 0.665g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 30mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 5.2µg | 2.3µg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 17.953g | 17.572g | 2% |
| Folate | 14µg | 16µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 231mg | 188mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.34mg | 0.24mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 63.59g | 1.43g | N/A |
| Sugar | 48.68g | 1.43g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.099g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.09mg | 0.352mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.19mg | 0.932mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.28mg | 1.308mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.52mg | 2.57mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.28mg | 2.66mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.16mg | 0.721mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.27mg | 1.434mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.36mg | 1.81mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.11mg | 1.034mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.075g | N/A |
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
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34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
80%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kit Kat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 78mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kit Kat contains less Sodium (difference - 758mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Edam is lower in Sugar (difference - 47.25g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Edam is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.381g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Edam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Edam is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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