Chocolate cake vs. Wheat gluten — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between chocolate cake and wheat gluten
- Chocolate cake has more vitamin B2, vitamin B1, and vitamin B3, while wheat gluten has more selenium, iron, phosphorus, and calcium.
- Wheat gluten covers your daily need for selenium, 51% more than chocolate cake.
- Chocolate cake has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of chocolate cake is 41, while the glycemic index of wheat gluten is 64.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting and Vital wheat gluten.
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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 | +28% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +40% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +13.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +136.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +223% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +23.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +145.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +233.6% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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:
75.16 g
Fats:
1.85 g
Carbs:
13.79 g
Water:
8.2 g
Other:
1 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +716.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +287.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +197.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +80% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1318.1% |
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
0.272 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.156 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.81 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3771.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +240.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Protein | 5.3g | 75.16g | 140% |
| Selenium | 11.9µg | 39.7µg | 51% |
| Iron | 1.61mg | 5.2mg | 45% |
| Choline | 128.4mg | 23% | |
| Saturated fat | 5.43g | 0.272g | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 106mg | 260mg | 22% |
| Fats | 15.1g | 1.85g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 58mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.039g | 0.156g | 15% |
| Carbs | 53.4g | 13.79g | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.761g | 0.81g | 13% |
| Sodium | 315mg | 29mg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.28mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.141mg | 0mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 142mg | 8% |
| Folate | 27µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.137mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 0.6g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.207mg | 0.182mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 25mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 140mg | 100mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 0.85mg | 1% |
| Calories | 371kcal | 370kcal | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 51.8g | 13.19g | 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 | 0g | 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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
39%
68%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Wheat gluten is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 58mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wheat gluten contains less Sodium (difference - 286mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Wheat gluten is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.158g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chocolate cake is relatively richer in vitamins
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.