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Beefsteak raw vs. Pound cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between beefsteak raw and pound cake

  • Beefsteak raw has more vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, and phosphorus; however, pound cake has more folate and vitamin B1.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for beefsteak raw is 97% higher.
  • Pound cake has 15 times less vitamin B6 than beefsteak raw. Beefsteak raw has 0.543mg of vitamin B6, while pound cake has 0.036mg.
  • Beefsteak raw is lower in saturated fat.
  • Pound cake has a higher glycemic index than beefsteak raw.

Food types used in this article are Beef, loin, top sirloin cap steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 18% 1.5% 33% 75% 26% 145% 94% 7.2% 0% 152%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 5.7% 14% 13% 56% 14% 12% 60% 49% 14% 27%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +212.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +151.7%
Contains more IronIron +35.1%
Contains more CopperCopper +88.1%
Contains more ZincZinc +1132.6%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +57.1%
Contains less SodiumSodium -85.4%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +458%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +840%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0.67% 0% 1.5% 19% 42% 95% 0% 125% 336% 3.8% 2.3% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 23% 13% 12% 43% 57% 30% 29% 8.3% 45% 4.3% 32% 36%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +212.6%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1408.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +647.2%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +3400%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +700%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +130.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +36.8%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +13.3%
Contains more FolateFolate +1300%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
21% 5% 73%
Protein: 21.38 g
Fats: 5.36 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 72.93 g
Other: 0.33 g
5% 14% 54% 26%
Protein: 5 g
Fats: 13.96 g
Carbs: 53.64 g
Water: 25.87 g
Other: 1.53 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +327.6%
Contains more WaterWater +181.9%
Contains more FatsFats +160.4%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +363.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
42% 53% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.875 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.354 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.189 g
43% 27% 30%
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 -61%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +28.3%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1709%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Beefsteak raw Pound cake DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 2.69µg 0.36µg 97%
Zinc 5.3mg 0.43mg 44%
Selenium 27.9µg 5µg 42%
Vitamin B6 0.543mg 0.036mg 39%
Protein 21.38g 5g 33%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.189g 3.419g 22%
Vitamin B3 5.048mg 1.615mg 21%
Carbs 0g 53.64g 18%
Threonine 1.099mg 153mg 14%
Sodium 55mg 377mg 14%
Fats 5.36g 13.96g 13%
Saturated fat 1.875g 4.811g 13%
Choline 65.6mg 12%
Phosphorus 220mg 140mg 11%
Calories 134kcal 353kcal 11%
Folate 3µg 42µg 10%
Vitamin B5 0.485mg 10%
Vitamin A 2µg 70µg 8%
Vitamin B1 0.075mg 0.173mg 8%
Starch 17.36g 7%
Iron 2mg 1.48mg 7%
Potassium 375mg 149mg 7%
Manganese 0.11mg 5%
Vitamin B2 0.182mg 0.249mg 5%
Copper 0.079mg 0.042mg 4%
Vitamin E 0.65mg 4%
Vitamin D 0.1µg 0.8µg 4%
Vitamin D 3IU 34IU 4%
Calcium 5mg 47mg 4%
Magnesium 25mg 8mg 4%
Monounsaturated fat 2.354g 3.02g 2%
Fiber 0g 0.6g 2%
Net carbs 0g 53.04g N/A
Cholesterol 67mg 66mg 0%
Sugar 0g 33.36g N/A
Vitamin K 1.5µg 1.7µg 0%
Trans fat 0.253g 0.192g N/A
Tryptophan 0.262mg 0.041mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.09mg 0.204mg 0%
Leucine 2.011mg 0.397mg 0%
Lysine 2.247mg 0.198mg 0%
Methionine 0.621mg 0.117mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.931mg 0.239mg 0%
Valine 1.152mg 0.249mg 0%
Histidine 0.868mg 0.117mg 0%
Fructose 0.33g 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.001g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.007g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.372g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.008g 0.005g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.007g 0.015g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.008g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0g 0.004g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.142g 2.895g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Beefsteak raw Pound cake
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
48%
Beefsteak raw
26%
Pound cake
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
Beefsteak raw
26%
Pound cake

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pound cake
Pound cake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Pound cake
Pound cake is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pound cake
Pound cake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw contains less Sodium (difference - 322mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.936g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is relatively richer in minerals

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. Beefsteak raw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172173/nutrients
  2. Pound cake - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172704/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.