Chocolate cake vs. Salsa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chocolate cake and salsa different?
- Chocolate cake is higher in selenium, vitamin B2, copper, phosphorus, and vitamin B1; however, salsa is richer in vitamin B6, vitamin A, and iron.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for chocolate cake is 27% higher.
Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting and USDA Commodity, salsa 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +400% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +115.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +305.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +253.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -26.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2875% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +92.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +39.1% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +182% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +610% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +42.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +263.4% |
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:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
7 g
Water:
89.7 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +253.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +7450% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +662.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +12.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +267.6% |
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
0.029 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.016 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.107 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +37643.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2480.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.5% |
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 5.43g | 0.029g | 25% |
| Fats | 15.1g | 0.2g | 23% |
| Choline | 128.4mg | 23% | |
| Selenium | 11.9µg | 0.4µg | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 58mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.761g | 0.107g | 18% |
| Calories | 371kcal | 36kcal | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.039g | 0.016g | 15% |
| Carbs | 53.4g | 7g | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.03mg | 14% |
| Copper | 0.207mg | 0.096mg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.28mg | 12% | |
| Phosphorus | 106mg | 30mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.61mg | 2.24mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.141mg | 0.05mg | 8% |
| Protein | 5.3g | 1.5g | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.149mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 60mg | 12mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 0.17mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 315mg | 430mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 140mg | 270mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 4mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 16mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 28µg | 3% | |
| Folate | 27µg | 19µg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 1.4g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 51.8g | 5.6g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.137mg | 1.08mg | 0% |
| 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 | 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%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
39%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Salsa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 58mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Salsa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.401g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salsa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate cake contains less Sodium (difference - 115mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate cake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chocolate cake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)