Spread vs. Dulce de Leche — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are spread and dulce de Leche different?
- Spread is richer in vitamin B12, copper, vitamin B1, selenium, vitamin E, and vitamin B3, while dulce de Leche is higher in calcium, vitamin B2, and phosphorus.
- Spread covers your daily need for sodium, 38% more than dulce de Leche.
- Spread contains 33 times more copper than dulce de Leche. Spread contains 0.13mg of copper, while dulce de Leche contains 0.004mg.
- Dulce de Leche is lower in sodium.
- Dulce de Leche has a higher glycemic index (42) than spread (0).
Sandwich spread, pork, beef and Dulce de Leche types were used in this article.
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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 | +364.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +3150% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +29.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1200% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +259.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +175% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1991.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +218.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +227.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87.3% |
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 EVitamin E | +770% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +975% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +723.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +261.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +23.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +184.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +202.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +94.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +450% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +43% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.66 g
Fats:
17.34 g
Carbs:
11.94 g
Water:
60.28 g
Other:
2.78 g
Protein:
6.84 g
Fats:
7.35 g
Carbs:
55.35 g
Water:
28.71 g
Other:
1.75 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +135.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +110% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +58.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +363.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.977 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.584 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.565 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 | +253.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +584% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -24.1% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 1013mg | 129mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.12µg | 0.31µg | 34% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 251mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.134mg | 0.405mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 59mg | 193mg | 19% |
| Fats | 17.34g | 7.35g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.565g | 0.375g | 15% |
| Copper | 0.13mg | 0.004mg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.584g | 2.143g | 14% |
| Carbs | 11.94g | 55.35g | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.172mg | 0.016mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 9.7µg | 2.7µg | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 1.74mg | 0.2mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.73mg | 0.21mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 0.016mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.43mg | 0.835mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.79mg | 0.17mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 5.977g | 4.534g | 7% |
| Potassium | 110mg | 350mg | 7% |
| Choline | 62.3mg | 89.1mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 26µg | 74µg | 5% |
| Calories | 235kcal | 315kcal | 4% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 22mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 38mg | 29mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.6mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0.2µg | 2% |
| Zinc | 1.02mg | 0.79mg | 2% |
| Protein | 7.66g | 6.84g | 2% |
| Folate | 2µg | 11µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 22IU | 6IU | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.026mg | 0.002mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 0g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 11.74g | 55.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 49.74g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1.3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.334mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.334mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.6mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.663mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.196mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.301mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.356mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.279mg | 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
30%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spread is lower in Sugar (difference - 49.74g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Spread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is cheaper?
Spread is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dulce de Leche contains less Sodium (difference - 884mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.443g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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