Chocolate cake vs. Hummus — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chocolate cake and hummus different?
- Chocolate cake is higher in selenium and vitamin B2; however, hummus is richer in copper, manganese, fiber, folate, vitamin B6, and iron.
- Daily need coverage for copper for hummus is 36% higher.
- Hummus has a lower glycemic index (6) than chocolate cake (41).
Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting and Hummus, commercial are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +57.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -16.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +357.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +121.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +62.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +51.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +154.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +165.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +66% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +176.1% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +232.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +95.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +130.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +27.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +387.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +207.4% |
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:
7.9 g
Fats:
9.6 g
Carbs:
14.29 g
Water:
66.59 g
Other:
1.62 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +57.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +273.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +49.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +172.9% |
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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
1.437 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.039 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.613 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +49.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -73.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +30.9% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.207mg | 0.527mg | 36% |
| Choline | 128.4mg | 23% | |
| Manganese | 0.28mg | 0.773mg | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 58mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 5.43g | 1.437g | 18% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 6g | 18% |
| Selenium | 11.9µg | 2.6µg | 17% |
| Folate | 27µg | 83µg | 14% |
| Carbs | 53.4g | 14.29g | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.2mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.064mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 106mg | 176mg | 10% |
| Calories | 371kcal | 166kcal | 10% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 1.83mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1.61mg | 2.44mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 71mg | 9% |
| Fats | 15.1g | 9.6g | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.761g | 3.613g | 6% |
| Protein | 5.3g | 7.9g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.039g | 4.039g | 5% |
| Sodium | 315mg | 379mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.137mg | 0.582mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 0.132mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 140mg | 228mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.141mg | 0.18mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 38mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 51.8g | 8.29g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.068mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.202mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.24mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.407mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.265mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.283mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.12mg | 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%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
39%
64%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hummus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 58mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Hummus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.993g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hummus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hummus is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate cake contains less Sodium (difference - 64mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Chocolate cake is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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.