Carrot cake vs. Gingersnaps — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between carrot cake and gingersnaps
- Carrot cake has more phosphorus, selenium, vitamin A, and calcium; however, gingersnaps have more iron, manganese, copper, magnesium, vitamin B2, and vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for iron for gingersnaps is 58% higher.
Food types used in this article are Cake, pudding-type, carrot, dry mix and Cookies, gingersnaps.
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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 | +123.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +197.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +192.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +512.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +104.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +255.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +510% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +175% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -11.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +194.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +32.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +72.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +46.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +29.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +24.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +29.9% |
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:
5.6 g
Fats:
9.8 g
Carbs:
76.9 g
Water:
5.3 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +47.2% |
~equal in
Protein
~5.6g
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Fats
~9.8g
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Carbs
~76.9g
~equal in
Other
~2.4g
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
2.451 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.365 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.372 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -39.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +169.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +32.9% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 1.8mg | 6.4mg | 58% |
| Manganese | 0.528mg | 1.555mg | 45% |
| Copper | 0.05mg | 0.305mg | 28% |
| Phosphorus | 247mg | 83mg | 23% |
| Selenium | 14.9µg | 5.1µg | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.702g | 1.372g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 97µg | 0µg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 49mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 172mg | 77mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.293mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.2g | 9% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.205mg | 3.235mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.97mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.265mg | 0.2mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 169mg | 346mg | 5% |
| Folate | 67µg | 87µg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.472g | 2.451g | 4% |
| Sodium | 567mg | 501mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.2mg | 0.55mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.036g | 5.365g | 3% |
| Choline | 8.8mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.294mg | 0.38mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 2% | |
| Carbs | 79.2g | 76.9g | 1% |
| Protein | 5.1g | 5.6g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.079mg | 0.098mg | 1% |
| Calories | 415kcal | 416kcal | 0% |
| Fats | 9.8g | 9.8g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 79.2g | 74.7g | N/A |
| Sugar | 19.92g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.061mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.149mg | 0.155mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.186mg | 0.212mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.336mg | 0.38mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.142mg | 0.195mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.083mg | 0.094mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.238mg | 0.263mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.212mg | 0.248mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.109mg | 0.114mg | 0% |
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%
25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
78%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Gingersnaps contains less Sodium (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Gingersnaps is lower in glycemic index (difference - 37)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Gingersnaps is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Carrot cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 19.92g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Carrot cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.979g)
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 ($)
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.