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Kumquat vs. Dulce de Leche — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between kumquat and dulce de Leche

  • Kumquat is richer in vitamin C, fiber, and copper, yet dulce de Leche is richer in phosphorus, vitamin B2, calcium, choline, vitamin B12, and vitamin B5.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin C for kumquat is 46% higher.
  • Kumquat contains less saturated fat.
  • Dulce de Leche has a lower glycemic index than kumquat.

Food types used in this article are Kumquats, raw and Dulce de Leche.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 14% 19% 16% 32% 32% 4.6% 8.1% 1.3% 18% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 16% 75% 31% 6.4% 1.3% 22% 83% 17% 0.26% 15%
Contains more IronIron +405.9%
Contains more CopperCopper +2275%
Contains less SodiumSodium -92.2%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +6650%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +304.8%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +88.2%
Contains more ZincZinc +364.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +915.8%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%
~equal in Magnesium ~22mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 146% 5% 3% 0% 9.3% 21% 8% 12% 8.3% 0% 0% 13% 4.6%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 8.7% 25% 4% 3% 4% 93% 3.9% 50% 3.7% 39% 3.3% 8.3% 49%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +1588.5%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +131.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +104.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +125%
Contains more FolateFolate +54.5%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +393.3%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +33.3%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +350%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +301.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +960.7%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 16% 81%
Protein: 1.88 g
Fats: 0.86 g
Carbs: 15.9 g
Water: 80.85 g
Other: 0.51 g
7% 7% 55% 29% 2%
Protein: 6.84 g
Fats: 7.35 g
Carbs: 55.35 g
Water: 28.71 g
Other: 1.75 g
Contains more WaterWater +181.6%
Contains more ProteinProtein +263.8%
Contains more FatsFats +754.7%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +248.1%
Contains more OtherOther +243.1%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
24% 36% 40%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.103 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.154 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.171 g
64% 30% 5%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 4.534 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.143 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.375 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -97.7%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +1291.6%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +119.3%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Kumquat Dulce de Leche
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Kumquat Dulce de Leche DV% diff.
Vitamin C 43.9mg 2.6mg 46%
Fiber 6.5g 0g 26%
Phosphorus 19mg 193mg 25%
Vitamin B2 0.09mg 0.405mg 24%
Saturated fat 0.103g 4.534g 20%
Calcium 62mg 251mg 19%
Choline 8.4mg 89.1mg 15%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.31µg 13%
Vitamin B5 0.208mg 0.835mg 13%
Carbs 15.9g 55.35g 13%
Calories 71kcal 315kcal 12%
Cholesterol 0mg 29mg 10%
Copper 0.095mg 0.004mg 10%
Fats 0.86g 7.35g 10%
Protein 1.88g 6.84g 10%
Iron 0.86mg 0.17mg 9%
Vitamin A 15µg 74µg 7%
Manganese 0.135mg 0.002mg 6%
Zinc 0.17mg 0.79mg 6%
Monounsaturated fat 0.154g 2.143g 5%
Selenium 0µg 2.7µg 5%
Potassium 186mg 350mg 5%
Sodium 10mg 129mg 5%
Vitamin B1 0.037mg 0.016mg 2%
Folate 17µg 11µg 2%
Vitamin B6 0.036mg 0.016mg 2%
Vitamin D 0µg 0.2µg 1%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.171g 0.375g 1%
Vitamin D 0IU 6IU 1%
Vitamin B3 0.429mg 0.21mg 1%
Vitamin K 0µg 1.3µg 1%
Net carbs 9.4g 55.35g N/A
Magnesium 20mg 22mg 0%
Sugar 9.36g 49.74g N/A
Vitamin E 0.15mg 0.2mg 0%
Trans fat 0g 0.364g N/A
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

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Kumquat Dulce de Leche
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
18%
Kumquat
23%
Dulce de Leche
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
14%
Kumquat
27%
Dulce de Leche

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kumquat
Kumquat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Kumquat
Kumquat is lower in Sugar (difference - 40.38g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kumquat
Kumquat contains less Sodium (difference - 119mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kumquat
Kumquat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.431g)
Which food is cheaper?
Kumquat
Kumquat is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Dulce de Leche
Dulce de Leche is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Dulce de Leche
Dulce de Leche is relatively richer in minerals
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Kumquat - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168154/nutrients
  2. Dulce de Leche - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173461/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.