Cheesecake vs. Tofu — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between cheesecake and tofu
- Cheesecake has less calcium, manganese, copper, iron, selenium, phosphorus, and magnesium than tofu.
- Tofu covers your daily need for calcium, 63% more than cheesecake.
- The glycemic index of cheesecake is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheesecake commercially prepared and Tofu, raw, firm, prepared with calcium sulfate.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +427.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1239.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +163.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +322.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1790% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +207.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +104.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +743.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +234.6% |
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 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +89.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +329.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +464.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +95.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +76.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +61.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.5 g
Fats:
22.5 g
Carbs:
25.5 g
Water:
45.6 g
Other:
0.9 g
Protein:
17.27 g
Fats:
8.72 g
Carbs:
2.78 g
Water:
69.83 g
Other:
1.4 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +158% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +817.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +214% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +53.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +55.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.921 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.634 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.602 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.261 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.925 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.921 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +348.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +207.2% |
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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| Calcium | 51mg | 683mg | 63% |
| Manganese | 0.14mg | 1.181mg | 45% |
| Copper | 0.02mg | 0.378mg | 40% |
| Saturated fat | 9.921g | 1.261g | 39% |
| Iron | 0.63mg | 2.66mg | 25% |
| Protein | 5.5g | 17.27g | 24% |
| Selenium | 5.2µg | 17.4µg | 22% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.602g | 4.921g | 22% |
| Fats | 22.5g | 8.72g | 21% |
| Vitamin A | 159µg | 18% | |
| Cholesterol | 55mg | 0mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 438mg | 14mg | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.634g | 1.925g | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 93mg | 190mg | 14% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 58mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.028mg | 0.158mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 0.51mg | 1.57mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.571mg | 0.133mg | 9% |
| Calories | 321kcal | 144kcal | 9% |
| Carbs | 25.5g | 2.78g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2.3g | 8% |
| Choline | 45.9mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.17µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.193mg | 0.102mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 4.4µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.56mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 90mg | 237mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.052mg | 0.092mg | 3% |
| Folate | 18µg | 29µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 18IU | 0IU | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.195mg | 0.381mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 25.1g | 0.48g | N/A |
| Sugar | 21.8g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.064mg | 0.235mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.222mg | 0.785mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.281mg | 0.849mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.464mg | 1.392mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.372mg | 0.883mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.136mg | 0.211mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.258mg | 0.835mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.314mg | 0.87mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.133mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g | 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
19%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
22%
87%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tofu is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 55mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tofu is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tofu contains less Sodium (difference - 424mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tofu is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.66g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tofu is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tofu is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheesecake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)