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Coleslaw vs. Cheesecake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between coleslaw and cheesecake

  • Coleslaw is richer in vitamin K and vitamin C, yet cheesecake is richer in vitamin B2, phosphorus, vitamin A, vitamin B12, and vitamin B5.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin K for coleslaw is 55% higher.
  • Coleslaw contains 37 times more vitamin C than cheesecake. Coleslaw contains 14.6mg of vitamin C, while cheesecake contains 0.4mg.
  • Coleslaw contains less sodium.
  • Coleslaw has a lower glycemic index than cheesecake.

Food types used in this article are Fast foods, coleslaw and Cheesecake commercially prepared.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 5.7% 9% 11% 8.3% 5% 3.8% 8.6% 26% 13% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 7.9% 15% 7.9% 24% 6.7% 14% 40% 57% 18% 28%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +43.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -53.7%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +37.5%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +70%
Contains more IronIron +186.4%
Contains more CopperCopper +33.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +264.3%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +365%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +37.3%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 49% 9.3% 11% 0% 6.5% 4.6% 3.9% 15% 26% 1.3% 177% 0% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 1.3% 53% 11% 7.5% 7% 45% 3.7% 34% 12% 21% 11% 14% 25%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +3550%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +115.4%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +1511.4%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +467.9%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +865%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +132.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +1600%
~equal in Vitamin E ~0.56mg
~equal in Vitamin B1 ~0.028mg
~equal in Vitamin B3 ~0.195mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
10% 15% 73%
Protein: 0.95 g
Fats: 9.91 g
Carbs: 14.89 g
Water: 73.42 g
Other: 0.83 g
6% 23% 26% 46%
Protein: 5.5 g
Fats: 22.5 g
Carbs: 25.5 g
Water: 45.6 g
Other: 0.9 g
Contains more WaterWater +61%
Contains more ProteinProtein +478.9%
Contains more FatsFats +127%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +71.3%
~equal in Other ~0.9g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
17% 28% 56%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.599 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.671 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 5.348 g
49% 43% 8%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 9.921 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.634 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.602 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -83.9%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +233.8%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +223.2%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Coleslaw Cheesecake
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Coleslaw Cheesecake DV% diff.
Vitamin K 70.9µg 4.4µg 55%
Saturated fat 1.599g 9.921g 38%
Polyunsaturated fat 5.348g 1.602g 25%
Fats 9.91g 22.5g 19%
Cholesterol 4mg 55mg 17%
Vitamin C 14.6mg 0.4mg 16%
Vitamin A 28µg 159µg 15%
Monounsaturated fat 2.671g 8.634g 15%
Vitamin B2 0.02mg 0.193mg 13%
Sodium 203mg 438mg 10%
Phosphorus 20mg 93mg 10%
Selenium 5.2µg 9%
Protein 0.95g 5.5g 9%
Calories 153kcal 321kcal 8%
Choline 45.9mg 8%
Vitamin B5 0.246mg 0.571mg 7%
Vitamin B12 0.01µg 0.17µg 7%
Fiber 1.9g 0.4g 6%
Folate 18µg 5%
Vitamin B6 0.112mg 0.052mg 5%
Iron 0.22mg 0.63mg 5%
Carbs 14.89g 25.5g 4%
Vitamin D 0.5µg 3%
Zinc 0.14mg 0.51mg 3%
Vitamin D 18IU 2%
Calcium 30mg 51mg 2%
Fructose 1.44g 2%
Manganese 0.102mg 0.14mg 2%
Copper 0.015mg 0.02mg 1%
Magnesium 8mg 11mg 1%
Potassium 129mg 90mg 1%
Net carbs 12.99g 25.1g N/A
Sugar 12.19g 21.8g N/A
Vitamin E 0.54mg 0.56mg 0%
Vitamin B1 0.026mg 0.028mg 0%
Vitamin B3 0.206mg 0.195mg 0%
Trans fat 0.037g N/A
Tryptophan 0.064mg 0%
Threonine 0.222mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.281mg 0%
Leucine 0.464mg 0%
Lysine 0.372mg 0%
Methionine 0.136mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.258mg 0%
Valine 0.314mg 0%
Histidine 0.133mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.006g 0g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.001g 0.005g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.279g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.024g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.006g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.979g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Coleslaw Cheesecake
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
23%
Coleslaw
19%
Cheesecake
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Coleslaw
22%
Cheesecake

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Coleslaw
Coleslaw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Coleslaw
Coleslaw is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.61g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Coleslaw
Coleslaw contains less Sodium (difference - 235mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Coleslaw
Coleslaw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.322g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Coleslaw
Coleslaw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheesecake
Cheesecake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheesecake
Cheesecake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Coleslaw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170300/nutrients
  2. Cheesecake - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172711/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.