Apple pie vs. Porridge — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between apple pie and porridge?
- Apple pie is richer in vitamin B2, manganese, and vitamin B1, yet porridge is richer in iron and calcium.
- Porridge's daily need coverage for iron is 32% higher.
- Porridge contains less saturated fat.
- Apple pie has a lower glycemic index than porridge.
We used Pie, apple, commercially prepared, unenriched flour and Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, regular (10 minute), cooked with water, without salt types in this comparison.
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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 | +40% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +306.3% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +15% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +23.1% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +60% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +690.9% |
Contains more IronIron | +209.1% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.7% |
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 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +143.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +532% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +116% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +67.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +192.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more ProteinProtein | +31.9% |
Contains more FatsFats | +5138.1% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +223.2% |
Contains more OtherOther | +309.1% |
Contains more WaterWater | +67.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +15571.4% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1828.1% |
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.1% |
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 Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in minerals |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
Lower in price | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Iron | 1.21mg | 3.74mg | 32% |
Saturated fat | 3.797g | 0.033g | 17% |
Fats | 11g | 0.21g | 17% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 2.198g | 0.114g | 14% |
Sodium | 266mg | 6mg | 11% |
Monounsaturated fat | 4.388g | 0.028g | 11% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.158mg | 0.025mg | 10% |
Calories | 237kcal | 50kcal | 9% |
Carbs | 34g | 10.52g | 8% |
Calcium | 11mg | 87mg | 8% |
Manganese | 0.182mg | 0mg | 8% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.134mg | 0.055mg | 7% |
Selenium | 2.8µg | 5% | |
Vitamin C | 3.2mg | 0mg | 4% |
Fiber | 1.6g | 0.5g | 4% |
Vitamin B3 | 1.123mg | 0.52mg | 4% |
Vitamin A | 29µg | 0µg | 3% |
Folate | 4µg | 12µg | 2% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.038mg | 0.013mg | 2% |
Copper | 0.046mg | 0.04mg | 1% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.119mg | 0.071mg | 1% |
Potassium | 65mg | 16mg | 1% |
Protein | 1.9g | 1.44g | 1% |
Phosphorus | 24mg | 15mg | 1% |
Net carbs | 32.4g | 10.02g | N/A |
Magnesium | 7mg | 5mg | 0% |
Sugar | 0.03g | N/A | |
Zinc | 0.16mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
Vitamin E | 0.02mg | 0% | |
Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 0µg | 0% |
Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
Tryptophan | 0.026mg | 0.02mg | 0% |
Threonine | 0.054mg | 0.045mg | 0% |
Isoleucine | 0.073mg | 0.063mg | 0% |
Leucine | 0.129mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
Lysine | 0.07mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
Methionine | 0.032mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
Phenylalanine | 0.088mg | 0.078mg | 0% |
Valine | 0.084mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
Histidine | 0.038mg | 0.033mg | 0% |
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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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21%

Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?

Porridge contains less Sodium (difference - 260mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Porridge is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.764g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Apple pie is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.03g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Apple pie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Apple pie is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Apple pie is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)