Orange vs. Dulce de Leche — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between oranges and dulce de Leche
- Oranges have more vitamin C and fiber; however, dulce de Leche is higher in vitamin B2, phosphorus, calcium, choline, vitamin B12, and vitamin B5.
- Oranges cover your daily vitamin C needs 56% more than dulce de Leche.
- Oranges have less saturated fat.
Food varieties used in this article are Oranges, raw, all commercial varieties 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 CopperCopper | +1025% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1150% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +120% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +527.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +93.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +70% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1028.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1278.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +440% |
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 CVitamin C | +1946.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +443.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +34.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +275% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +172.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +572.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +11.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +912.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +234% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +960.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.94 g
Fats:
0.12 g
Carbs:
11.75 g
Water:
86.75 g
Other:
0.44 g
Protein:
6.84 g
Fats:
7.35 g
Carbs:
55.35 g
Water:
28.71 g
Other:
1.75 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +202.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +627.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +6025% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +371.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +297.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.015 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.023 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.025 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 | -99.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +9217.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1400% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 53.2mg | 2.6mg | 56% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.405mg | 28% |
| Phosphorus | 14mg | 193mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 251mg | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 0.015g | 4.534g | 21% |
| Choline | 8.4mg | 89.1mg | 15% |
| Carbs | 11.75g | 55.35g | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.31µg | 13% |
| Calories | 47kcal | 315kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.25mg | 0.835mg | 12% |
| Protein | 0.94g | 6.84g | 12% |
| Fats | 0.12g | 7.35g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 29mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2.4g | 0g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 11µg | 74µg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.07mg | 0.79mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.087mg | 0.016mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 0mg | 129mg | 6% |
| Folate | 30µg | 11µg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.045mg | 0.004mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 181mg | 350mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.023g | 2.143g | 5% |
| Selenium | 0.5µg | 2.7µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.06mg | 0.016mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 22mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.025g | 0.375g | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.025mg | 0.002mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.3µg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 0.17mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 6IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.35g | 55.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 9.35g | 49.74g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.18mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.282mg | 0.21mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.364g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.015mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.023mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.047mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.04mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.018mg | 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 |
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
21%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
7%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Orange is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Orange is lower in Sugar (difference - 40.39g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Orange contains less Sodium (difference - 129mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Orange is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.519g)
Which food is cheaper?
Orange is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Dulce de Leche is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Dulce de Leche is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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