Carrot cake vs. Protein bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between carrot cake and protein bread
- Carrot cake has more vitamin A; however, protein bread is higher in manganese, copper, selenium, iron, vitamin B2, zinc, magnesium, vitamin B3, and folate.
- Protein bread covers your daily manganese needs 41% more than carrot cake.
- Protein bread contains 386 times less vitamin A than carrot cake. Carrot cake contains 1930IU of vitamin A, while protein bread contains 5IU.
- The glycemic index of protein bread is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Cake, pudding-type, carrot, dry mix and Bread, protein (includes gluten).
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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 | +38.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +33.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +712.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +90.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +130.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +734% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +810% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -28.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +178.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +120.8% |
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 | +11.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +35.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +131.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +94.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +42.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +73.1% |
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:
12.1 g
Fats:
2.2 g
Carbs:
43.8 g
Water:
40 g
Other:
1.9 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +345.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +80.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +21.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +137.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1011.1% |
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
0.332 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.183 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.009 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2105.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +266.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -77.4% |
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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| Copper | 0.05mg | 0.417mg | 41% |
| Manganese | 0.528mg | 1.472mg | 41% |
| Selenium | 14.9µg | 32.9µg | 33% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 4.15mg | 29% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.702g | 1.009g | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.394mg | 17% |
| Zinc | 0.2mg | 1.82mg | 15% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 65mg | 14% |
| Protein | 5.1g | 12.1g | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.205mg | 4.289mg | 13% |
| Carbs | 79.2g | 43.8g | 12% |
| Folate | 67µg | 116µg | 12% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% | |
| Fats | 9.8g | 2.2g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 97µg | 0µg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.036g | 0.183g | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 247mg | 185mg | 9% |
| Calories | 415kcal | 245kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.265mg | 0.36mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 567mg | 404mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 169mg | 322mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 172mg | 124mg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.472g | 0.332g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.294mg | 0.42mg | 3% |
| Choline | 18.7mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.36mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.079mg | 0.071mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 79.2g | 40.8g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.44g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.061mg | 0.148mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.149mg | 0.366mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.186mg | 0.471mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.336mg | 0.858mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.142mg | 0.372mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.083mg | 0.199mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.238mg | 0.596mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.212mg | 0.518mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.109mg | 0.271mg | 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%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
96%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Protein bread contains less Sodium (difference - 163mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Protein bread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.14g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Protein bread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Protein bread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Carrot cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.44g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Carrot cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 34)
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 ($)