Carrot cake vs. Roti (Chapati) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between carrot cake and roti (Chapati)?
- Carrot cake is higher in vitamin A, calcium, and phosphorus, yet roti (Chapati) is higher in manganese, selenium, copper, vitamin B6, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, and zinc.
- Roti (Chapati)'s daily need coverage for manganese is 53% more.
We used Cake, pudding-type, carrot, dry mix and Bread, chapati or roti, whole wheat, commercially prepared, frozen types 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 CalciumCalcium | +377.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +56.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +600% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +16% |
| Contains more IronIron | +22.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +358% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +670% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -47.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +230.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +78.5% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +48.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +69.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +109.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +90.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +254.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.1 g
Fats:
9.8 g
Carbs:
79.2 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
2.3 g
Protein:
7.85 g
Fats:
9.2 g
Carbs:
46.13 g
Water:
35.43 g
Other:
1.39 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +71.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +65.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +53.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +884.2% |
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Fats
~9.2g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.472 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.036 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.702 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.311 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.091 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.761 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -55.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +93% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +386.5% |
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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| Manganese | 0.528mg | 1.747mg | 53% |
| Fiber | 9.7g | 39% | |
| Selenium | 14.9µg | 26.6µg | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.702g | 0.761g | 20% |
| Copper | 0.05mg | 0.229mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.079mg | 0.28mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.265mg | 0.45mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.205mg | 4.61mg | 15% |
| Starch | 33.67g | 14% | |
| Calcium | 172mg | 36mg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 247mg | 158mg | 13% |
| Zinc | 0.2mg | 1.54mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 567mg | 298mg | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 97µg | 0µg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 56mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 79.2g | 46.13g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.472g | 3.311g | 8% |
| Calories | 415kcal | 299kcal | 6% |
| Folate | 67µg | 45µg | 6% |
| Protein | 5.1g | 7.85g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.036g | 2.091g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.294mg | 0.56mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 2.2mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.55mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin K | 3.3µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.18mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 169mg | 196mg | 1% |
| Choline | 7.8mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Fats | 9.8g | 9.2g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 79.2g | 36.43g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.93g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.061mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.149mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.186mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.336mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.142mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.083mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.238mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.212mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.109mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.27g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.027g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.72g | 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
21%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
75%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Roti (Chapati) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Roti (Chapati) contains less Sodium (difference - 269mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Roti (Chapati) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Carrot cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.93g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Carrot cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.839g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Carrot cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
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 ($)