Biscuit vs. Yellow cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Biscuit and Yellow cake?
- Biscuit is richer in Vitamin B1, Selenium, Calcium, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Iron, and Folate, yet Yellow cake is richer in Copper.
- Biscuit's daily need coverage for Vitamin B1 is 26% higher.
- Biscuit has 7 times more Calcium than Yellow cake. Biscuit has 235mg of Calcium, while Yellow cake has 32mg.
- Yellow cake contains less Sodium.
We used Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe and Cake, yellow, commercially prepared, with chocolate frosting, in-store bakery 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 CalciumCalcium | +634.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +42.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +28.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +70.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +230.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +11.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +54.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +93.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -46.6% |
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 | +215.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +727.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +268.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +72.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +177.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
16.3 g
Carbs:
44.6 g
Water:
28.9 g
Other:
3.2 g
Protein:
3.16 g
Fats:
17.75 g
Carbs:
55.36 g
Water:
22.38 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +121.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +29.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +137% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +24.1% |
~equal in
Fats
~17.75g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.324 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.93 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.163 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
5.793 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.214 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.728 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -25.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +13.6% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~7.214g
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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| Calories | 353kcal | 379kcal |
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| Protein | 7g | 3.16g |
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| Fats | 16.3g | 17.75g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 43.1g | 53.86g |
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| Carbs | 44.6g | 55.36g |
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| Cholesterol | 3mg | 16mg |
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| Vitamin D | 6IU |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 20mg |
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| Calcium | 235mg | 32mg |
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| Potassium | 121mg | 187mg |
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| Iron | 2.9mg | 2.03mg |
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| Sugar | 2.18g | 39.22g |
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| Fiber | 1.5g | 1.5g | |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.159mg |
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| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.42mg |
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| Starch | 8.55g |
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| Phosphorus | 164mg | 138mg |
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| Sodium | 580mg | 310mg |
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| Vitamin A | 82IU | 26IU |
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| Vitamin A | 7µg |
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| Vitamin E | 4.5mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.378mg | 0.222mg |
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| Selenium | 19.5µg | 5.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.356mg | 0.043mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.093mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.949mg | 0.8mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.285mg | 0.165mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.035mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 25.1µg |
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| Folate | 61µg | 22µg |
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| Trans Fat | 1.313g |
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| Choline | 17.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.324g | 5.793g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.93g | 7.214g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.163g | 4.728g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.087mg |
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| Threonine | 0.211mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.273mg |
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| Leucine | 0.514mg |
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| Lysine | 0.226mg |
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| Methionine | 0.132mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg |
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| Valine | 0.313mg |
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| Histidine | 0.161mg |
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| Fructose | 0.62g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.474g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.026g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.999g |
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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
23%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Yellow cake contains less Sodium (difference - 270mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yellow cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Biscuit is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Biscuit is lower in Sugar (difference - 37.04g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Biscuit is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.469g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Biscuit is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Biscuit is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)