Ricotta vs. Dulce de Leche — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Ricotta and Dulce de Leche
- Ricotta has more Selenium, and Vitamin A, while Dulce de Leche has more Vitamin B2, Choline, Vitamin B5, and Potassium.
- Ricotta's daily need coverage for Selenium is 21% higher.
- Dulce de Leche contains 2 times less Saturated Fat than Ricotta. Ricotta contains 8.295g of Saturated Fat, while Dulce de Leche contains 4.534g.
The food types used in this comparison are Cheese, ricotta, whole milk 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 IronIron | +123.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +425% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +46.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -34.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +200% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +437% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +21.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +233.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +22.2% |
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 AVitamin A | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +168.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +81.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +23.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +107.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +101.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +292% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +18.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +409.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.26 g
Fats:
12.98 g
Carbs:
3.04 g
Water:
71.7 g
Other:
1.02 g
Protein:
6.84 g
Fats:
7.35 g
Carbs:
55.35 g
Water:
28.71 g
Other:
1.75 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +64.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +76.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +149.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1720.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +71.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
8.295 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.627 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.385 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.534 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.143 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.375 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +69.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -45.3% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~0.375g
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 Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 174kcal | 315kcal |
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| Protein | 11.26g | 6.84g |
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| Fats | 12.98g | 7.35g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.6mg |
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| Net carbs | 3.04g | 55.35g |
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| Carbs | 3.04g | 55.35g |
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| Cholesterol | 51mg | 29mg |
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| Vitamin D | 10IU | 6IU |
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| Magnesium | 11mg | 22mg |
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| Calcium | 207mg | 251mg |
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| Potassium | 105mg | 350mg |
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| Iron | 0.38mg | 0.17mg |
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| Sugar | 0.27g | 49.74g |
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| Copper | 0.021mg | 0.004mg |
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| Zinc | 1.16mg | 0.79mg |
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| Phosphorus | 158mg | 193mg |
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| Sodium | 84mg | 129mg |
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| Vitamin A | 445IU | 267IU |
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| Vitamin A | 120µg | 74µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.2mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0.2µg | |
| Manganese | 0.006mg | 0.002mg |
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| Selenium | 14.5µg | 2.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.013mg | 0.016mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.405mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg | 0.21mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg | 0.835mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.016mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 0.31µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1.3µg |
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| Folate | 12µg | 11µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.364g |
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| Choline | 17.5mg | 89.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 8.295g | 4.534g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.627g | 2.143g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 0.375g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.125mg |
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| Threonine | 0.517mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.589mg |
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| Leucine | 1.221mg |
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| Lysine | 1.338mg |
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| Methionine | 0.281mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.556mg |
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| Valine | 0.692mg |
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| Histidine | 0.459mg |
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| Fructose | 0.32g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.05g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.009g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.131g |
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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
13%
22%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 49.47g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ricotta contains less Sodium (difference - 45mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
Ricotta is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.761g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Dulce de Leche is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.