Lentil vs. Dulce de Leche — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between lentil and dulce de Leche
- Lentil has more folate, iron, fiber, copper, manganese, and vitamin B1; however, dulce de Leche is higher in vitamin B2, calcium, and vitamin B12.
- Lentil covers your daily folate needs 43% more than dulce de Leche.
- Lentil has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of dulce de Leche is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Lentils, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +63.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1858.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +6175% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +60.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +24600% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1221.1% |
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 | +956.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +404.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1012.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +30.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1545.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +73.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +81.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +454.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +30.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +172.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.02 g
Fats:
0.38 g
Carbs:
20.13 g
Water:
69.64 g
Other:
0.83 g
Protein:
6.84 g
Fats:
7.35 g
Carbs:
55.35 g
Water:
28.71 g
Other:
1.75 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +31.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +142.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1834.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +175% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +110.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.053 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.064 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.175 g
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 | -98.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3248.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +114.3% |
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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| Folate | 181µg | 11µg | 43% |
| Iron | 3.33mg | 0.17mg | 40% |
| Fiber | 7.9g | 0g | 32% |
| Copper | 0.251mg | 0.004mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.073mg | 0.405mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 251mg | 23% |
| Manganese | 0.494mg | 0.002mg | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 0.053g | 4.534g | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.31µg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.169mg | 0.016mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.178mg | 0.016mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 20.13g | 55.35g | 12% |
| Fats | 0.38g | 7.35g | 11% |
| Choline | 32.7mg | 89.1mg | 10% |
| Calories | 116kcal | 315kcal | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 29mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 74µg | 8% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 129mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.064g | 2.143g | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.06mg | 0.21mg | 5% |
| Protein | 9.02g | 6.84g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.638mg | 0.835mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 1.27mg | 0.79mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 36mg | 22mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 180mg | 193mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 369mg | 350mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 6IU | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.2mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.5mg | 2.6mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.175g | 0.375g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 12.23g | 55.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.8g | 49.74g | N/A |
| Selenium | 2.8µg | 2.7µg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1.3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.364g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.081mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.323mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.39mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.654mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.63mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.077mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.445mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.448mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.254mg | 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
46%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lentil is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lentil is lower in Sugar (difference - 47.94g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lentil contains less Sodium (difference - 127mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lentil is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.481g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lentil is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is cheaper?
Lentil is cheaper (difference - $1.9)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lentil is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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