Apple pie vs. Pound cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between apple pie and pound cake
- The amount of phosphorus, vitamin B12, folate, vitamin B5, and vitamin B2 in pound cake is higher than in apple pie.
- Pound cake covers your daily need for cholesterol, 22% more than apple pie.
- Apple pie contains 3 times more fiber than pound cake. While apple pie contains 1.6g of fiber, pound cake contains only 0.6g.
- The amount of saturated fat in apple pie is lower.
- Apple pie has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of apple pie is 41, while the glycemic index of pound cake is 54.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Pie, apple, commercially prepared, unenriched flour and Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen).
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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 less SodiumSodium | -29.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +65.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +14.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +327.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +129.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +22.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +168.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +483.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +141.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +29.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +57.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +43.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +307.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +3500% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +950% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.9 g
Fats:
11 g
Carbs:
34 g
Water:
52.2 g
Other:
0.9 g
Protein:
5 g
Fats:
13.96 g
Carbs:
53.64 g
Water:
25.87 g
Other:
1.53 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +101.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +163.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +26.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +57.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +70% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.797 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.388 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.198 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.419 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -21.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +45.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +55.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 66mg | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 24mg | 140mg | 17% |
| Threonine | 0.054mg | 153mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 0.36µg | 15% |
| Choline | 65.6mg | 12% | |
| Folate | 4µg | 42µg | 10% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.198g | 3.419g | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.119mg | 0.485mg | 7% |
| Starch | 17.36g | 7% | |
| Carbs | 34g | 53.64g | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.158mg | 0.249mg | 7% |
| Protein | 1.9g | 5g | 6% |
| Calories | 237kcal | 353kcal | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 3.797g | 4.811g | 5% |
| Sodium | 266mg | 377mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 29µg | 70µg | 5% |
| Fats | 11g | 13.96g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 0.6g | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3.2mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.65mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 34IU | 4% | |
| Calcium | 11mg | 47mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.123mg | 1.615mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.134mg | 0.173mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.388g | 3.02g | 3% |
| Iron | 1.21mg | 1.48mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.182mg | 0.11mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 65mg | 149mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.16mg | 0.43mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 32.4g | 53.04g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 7mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 33.36g | N/A | |
| Copper | 0.046mg | 0.042mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.038mg | 0.036mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.192g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.026mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.073mg | 0.204mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.129mg | 0.397mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.07mg | 0.198mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.032mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.088mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.084mg | 0.249mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.038mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.372g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.895g | N/A |
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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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26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pound cake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pound cake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Apple pie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Apple pie is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Apple pie contains less Sodium (difference - 111mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Apple pie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.014g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Apple pie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)