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Quince vs. Edam — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Quince and Edam

  • Edam is richer than Quince in Phosphorus, Calcium, Vitamin B12, Zinc, Vitamin B2, Vitamin A RAE, and Selenium.
  • Daily need coverage for Saturated Fat from Edam is 88% higher.
  • Quince contains less Sodium.

Food types used in this article are Quinces, raw and Cheese, edam.

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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.
Quince
Quince
4
:
6
Edam
Edam
Contains more Iron +59.1%
Contains less Sodium -99.5%
Contains more Copper +261.1%
Contains more Calcium +6545.5%
Contains more Magnesium +275%
Contains more Phosphorus +3052.9%
Contains more Zinc +9275%
Contains more Selenium +2316.7%
Equal in Potassium - 188
Quince
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 4% 27% 6% 8% 18% 1% 2% 44% 0% 4%
Edam
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 220% 17% 22% 230% 17% 106% 103% 12% 2% 80%
Contains more Iron +59.1%
Contains less Sodium -99.5%
Contains more Copper +261.1%
Contains more Calcium +6545.5%
Contains more Magnesium +275%
Contains more Phosphorus +3052.9%
Contains more Zinc +9275%
Contains more Selenium +2316.7%
Equal in Potassium - 188

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.
Quince
Quince
2
:
10
Edam
Edam
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +143.9%
Contains more Vitamin A +1962.5%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +85%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +1196.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +246.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +90%
Contains more Folate +433.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Quince
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 3% 0% 0% 50% 5% 7% 4% 5% 10% 3% 0% 0%
Edam
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 50% 5% 15% 0% 10% 90% 2% 17% 18% 12% 193% 6%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +143.9%
Contains more Vitamin A +1962.5%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +85%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +1196.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +246.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +90%
Contains more Folate +433.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Quince
Quince
2
:
3
Edam
Edam
Contains more Carbs +969.9%
Contains more Water +101.6%
Contains more Protein +6147.5%
Contains more Fats +27700%
Contains more Other +955%
Quince
15% 84%
Protein: 0.4 g
Fats: 0.1 g
Carbs: 15.3 g
Water: 83.8 g
Other: 0.4 g
Edam
25% 28% 42% 4%
Protein: 24.99 g
Fats: 27.8 g
Carbs: 1.43 g
Water: 41.56 g
Other: 4.22 g
Contains more Carbs +969.9%
Contains more Water +101.6%
Contains more Protein +6147.5%
Contains more Fats +27700%
Contains more Other +955%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Quince
Quince
1
:
2
Edam
Edam
Contains less Saturated Fat -99.9%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +22469.4%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +1230%
Quince
10% 38% 52%
Saturated Fat: 0.01 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.036 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.05 g
Edam
67% 31% 3%
Saturated Fat: 17.572 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 8.125 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.665 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -99.9%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +22469.4%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +1230%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Quince Edam
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Quince Edam Opinion
Net carbs 13.4g 1.43g Quince
Protein 0.4g 24.99g Edam
Fats 0.1g 27.8g Edam
Carbs 15.3g 1.43g Quince
Calories 57kcal 357kcal Edam
Sugar 1.43g Quince
Fiber 1.9g 0g Quince
Calcium 11mg 731mg Edam
Iron 0.7mg 0.44mg Quince
Magnesium 8mg 30mg Edam
Phosphorus 17mg 536mg Edam
Potassium 197mg 188mg Quince
Sodium 4mg 812mg Quince
Zinc 0.04mg 3.75mg Edam
Copper 0.13mg 0.036mg Quince
Manganese 0.011mg Edam
Selenium 0.6µg 14.5µg Edam
Vitamin A 40IU 825IU Edam
Vitamin A RAE 2µg 243µg Edam
Vitamin E 0.24mg Edam
Vitamin D 20IU Edam
Vitamin D 0.5µg Edam
Vitamin C 15mg 0mg Quince
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.037mg Edam
Vitamin B2 0.03mg 0.389mg Edam
Vitamin B3 0.2mg 0.082mg Quince
Vitamin B5 0.081mg 0.281mg Edam
Vitamin B6 0.04mg 0.076mg Edam
Folate 3µg 16µg Edam
Vitamin B12 0µg 1.54µg Edam
Vitamin K 2.3µg Edam
Tryptophan 0.352mg Edam
Threonine 0.932mg Edam
Isoleucine 1.308mg Edam
Leucine 2.57mg Edam
Lysine 2.66mg Edam
Methionine 0.721mg Edam
Phenylalanine 1.434mg Edam
Valine 1.81mg Edam
Histidine 1.034mg Edam
Cholesterol 0mg 89mg Quince
Saturated Fat 0.01g 17.572g Quince
Monounsaturated Fat 0.036g 8.125g Edam
Polyunsaturated fat 0.05g 0.665g Edam

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Quince Edam
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
7%
Quince
35%
Edam
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
Quince
80%
Edam

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Quince
Quince is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.43g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Quince
Quince contains less Sodium (difference - 808mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Quince
Quince is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 89mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Quince
Quince is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 17.562g)
Which food is cheaper?
Quince
Quince is cheaper (difference - $1.9)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Edam
Edam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Edam
Edam is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Edam
Edam is relatively richer in vitamins

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. Quince - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168163/nutrients
  2. Edam - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173419/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.