Carrot cake vs. Potato bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between carrot cake and potato bread
- Carrot cake has more vitamin A, manganese, and selenium, while potato bread has more phosphorus, potassium, folate, vitamin B6, zinc, and vitamin B5.
- Carrot cake covers your daily need for vitamin A, 37% more than potato bread.
- Carrot cake contains 2 times more manganese than potato bread. While carrot cake contains 0.528mg of manganese, potato bread contains only 0.253mg.
- The amount of sodium in potato bread is lower.
- Carrot cake has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of carrot cake is 37, while the glycemic index of potato bread is 61.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cake, pudding-type, carrot, dry mix and Bread, potato.
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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 ManganeseManganese | +108.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +56.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +250% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +324.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +25% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +88% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +620% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +49.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -33.9% |
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 | +304.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +41% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +60.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +76.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +177.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +193.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +275% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +88.1% |
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:
12.5 g
Fats:
3.13 g
Carbs:
47.07 g
Water:
33.55 g
Other:
3.75 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +213.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +68.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +145.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +831.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +63% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 6.3g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.702g | 0g | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 247mg | 369mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 169mg | 718mg | 16% |
| Protein | 5.1g | 12.5g | 15% |
| Folate | 67µg | 126µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.079mg | 0.232mg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.528mg | 0.253mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.2mg | 1.44mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 79.2g | 47.07g | 11% |
| Selenium | 14.9µg | 9.5µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.294mg | 0.817mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.036g | 0g | 10% |
| Fats | 9.8g | 3.13g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 97µg | 24µg | 8% |
| Sodium | 567mg | 375mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.472g | 0g | 7% |
| Calories | 415kcal | 266kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.205mg | 1.25mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.265mg | 0.188mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 2.25mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 6.8µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0.15µg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.05mg | 0.094mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 28mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.106mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.47mg | 3% | |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 172mg | 188mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 79.2g | 40.77g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 9.38g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.061mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.149mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.186mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.336mg | 0.44mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.142mg | 0.311mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.083mg | 0.112mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.238mg | 0.285mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.212mg | 0.305mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.109mg | 0.143mg | 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
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27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato bread contains less Sodium (difference - 192mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato bread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.472g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato bread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Carrot cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.38g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Carrot cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
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 vitamins?
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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.