Chocolate cake vs. Fig bars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between chocolate cake and fig bars
- Chocolate cake is higher in choline, selenium, copper, and phosphorus; however, fig bars are richer in iron and fiber.
- Chocolate cake's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 22% higher.
- Chocolate cake has a lower glycemic index (41) than fig bars (70).
The food types used in this comparison are Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting and Cookies, fig bars.
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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 | +18.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +40.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +76.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +71% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -10% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +260.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +47.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +80.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +22.5% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +77.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +779.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +12.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +64.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +19.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +82.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +29.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.3 g
Fats:
15.1 g
Carbs:
53.4 g
Water:
24.4 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
3.7 g
Fats:
7.3 g
Carbs:
70.9 g
Water:
16.5 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +43.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +106.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +47.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +12.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +32.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.43 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.039 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.761 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.123 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.003 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.772 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +101.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -79.3% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~2.772g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Choline | 128.4mg | 14.6mg | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 5.43g | 1.123g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 58mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 11.9µg | 3.3µg | 16% |
| Iron | 1.61mg | 2.9mg | 16% |
| Fats | 15.1g | 7.3g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 4.6g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.039g | 3.003g | 8% |
| Copper | 0.207mg | 0.147mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 53.4g | 70.9g | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 106mg | 62mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 5.8µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.137mg | 1.874mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.65mg | 4% | |
| Protein | 5.3g | 3.7g | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.28mg | 0.343mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.075mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.09µg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 0.39mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 315mg | 350mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 140mg | 207mg | 2% |
| Folate | 27µg | 35µg | 2% |
| Calories | 371kcal | 348kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.141mg | 0.158mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 0.364mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 27mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 51.8g | 66.3g | N/A |
| Calcium | 60mg | 64mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 46.36g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.217mg | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.761g | 2.772g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.068mg | 0.046mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.202mg | 0.113mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.24mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.407mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.268mg | 0.14mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.116mg | 0.053mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.265mg | 0.145mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.283mg | 0.155mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.12mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g | 0g | 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
19%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
39%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fig bars is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 58mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fig bars is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.307g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fig bars is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 46.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate cake contains less Sodium (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 29)
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.