Chocolate cake vs. Lentil — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between chocolate cake and lentil
- Chocolate cake is higher in choline, selenium, and vitamin B2; however, lentil is richer in folate, fiber, iron, and phosphorus.
- Lentil's daily need coverage for folate is 39% higher.
- Lentil has a lower glycemic index (29) than chocolate cake (41).
The food types used in this comparison are Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting and Lentils, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt.
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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 | +215.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +325% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +12.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +163.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +106.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +21.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +84.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +69.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +76.4% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +191.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +292.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +19.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +109.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +334.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +570.4% |
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:
9.02 g
Fats:
0.38 g
Carbs:
20.13 g
Water:
69.64 g
Other:
0.83 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +3873.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +165.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +116.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +70.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +185.4% |
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
0.053 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.064 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.175 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +9335.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1477.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 27µg | 181µg | 39% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 7.9g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 5.43g | 0.053g | 24% |
| Fats | 15.1g | 0.38g | 23% |
| Iron | 1.61mg | 3.33mg | 22% |
| Cholesterol | 58mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.761g | 0.175g | 17% |
| Choline | 128.4mg | 32.7mg | 17% |
| Selenium | 11.9µg | 2.8µg | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.039g | 0.064g | 15% |
| Sodium | 315mg | 2mg | 14% |
| Calories | 371kcal | 116kcal | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 106mg | 180mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.178mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.073mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 53.4g | 20.13g | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.28mg | 0.494mg | 9% |
| Protein | 5.3g | 9.02g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 0.638mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 140mg | 369mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 1.27mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.207mg | 0.251mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 19mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.141mg | 0.169mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 1.5mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 36mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 51.8g | 12.23g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.8g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.137mg | 1.06mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.068mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.202mg | 0.323mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.24mg | 0.39mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.407mg | 0.654mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.268mg | 0.63mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.116mg | 0.077mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.265mg | 0.445mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.283mg | 0.448mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.12mg | 0.254mg | 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%
25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
39%
46%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lentil is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 58mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lentil contains less Sodium (difference - 313mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lentil is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.377g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lentil is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lentil is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lentil is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.8g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chocolate cake is cheaper (difference - $1.1)