Carrot cake vs. Crackers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between carrot cake and crackers
- Carrot cake has more selenium and vitamin A, while crackers have more iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, folate, and copper.
- Crackers' daily need coverage for iron is 28% higher.
- The amount of sodium in carrot cake is lower.
- Carrot cake has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of carrot cake is 37, while the glycemic index of crackers is 63.
The food types used in this comparison are Cake, pudding-type, carrot, dry mix and Crackers, standard snack-type, regular.
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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 | +43.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +43.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -21.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +122.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +125% |
| Contains more IronIron | +123.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +108% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +145% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +25.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +57% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +168.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +97.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +41.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +37.3% |
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:
6.64 g
Fats:
26.43 g
Carbs:
61.3 g
Water:
3.14 g
Other:
2.49 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +29.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +30.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +169.7% |
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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
5.562 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.553 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
13.137 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -73.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +62.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +254.9% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.702g | 13.137g | 63% |
| Vitamin K | 69.3µg | 58% | |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 4.03mg | 28% |
| Fats | 9.8g | 26.43g | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.456mg | 22% |
| Starch | 49.69g | 20% | |
| Vitamin E | 3.03mg | 20% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.472g | 5.562g | 19% |
| Selenium | 14.9µg | 6.7µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.205mg | 4.352mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.265mg | 0.416mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 97µg | 0µg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 9% | |
| Sodium | 567mg | 726mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.05mg | 0.104mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 79.2g | 61.3g | 6% |
| Folate | 67µg | 92µg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.036g | 6.553g | 6% |
| Calcium | 172mg | 120mg | 5% |
| Calories | 415kcal | 510kcal | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.2mg | 0.49mg | 3% |
| Protein | 5.1g | 6.64g | 3% |
| Choline | 9.6mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.294mg | 0.417mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.528mg | 0.491mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 169mg | 118mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 18mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.079mg | 0.063mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 79.2g | 59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 8.18g | N/A | |
| Phosphorus | 247mg | 248mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 1.076g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.061mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.149mg | 0.193mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.186mg | 0.246mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.336mg | 0.471mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.142mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.083mg | 0.112mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.238mg | 0.331mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.212mg | 0.294mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.109mg | 0.145mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.29g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.485g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.062g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 11.48g | 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
21%
49%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Crackers is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Carrot cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.18g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Carrot cake contains less Sodium (difference - 159mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Carrot cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.09g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Carrot cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 26)
Which food is cheaper?
Carrot cake is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.