Danish pastry vs. Doughnuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Danish pastry and Doughnuts
- Danish pastry has more Selenium, and Vitamin B12, however, Doughnuts are higher in Phosphorus, Vitamin B1, Vitamin E, Iron, Folate, and Vitamin B3.
- Doughnuts covers your daily need of Phosphorus 22% more than Danish pastry.
- Danish pastry has 3 times more Vitamin B12 than Doughnuts. While Danish pastry has 0.2µg of Vitamin B12, Doughnuts have only 0.06µg.
- Danish pastry has less Saturated Fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Danish pastry, cheese and Doughnuts, cake-type, plain (includes unsugared, old-fashioned).
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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 ZincZinc | +40% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -12.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +87.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +13.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +14.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +36.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +40.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +140.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +814.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +468.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +105.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +15.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +45.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +24% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +42% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +53.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +85.6% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8 g
Fats:
21.9 g
Carbs:
37.2 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
1.5 g
Protein:
5.31 g
Fats:
24.93 g
Carbs:
47.06 g
Water:
20.82 g
Other:
1.88 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +50.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +50.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +13.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +26.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +25.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
6.794 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
11.313 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.575 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
11.105 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.544 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.915 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -38.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +32.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +52% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 374kcal | 434kcal |
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| Protein | 8g | 5.31g |
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| Fats | 21.9g | 24.93g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 36.2g | 45.36g |
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| Carbs | 37.2g | 47.06g |
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| Cholesterol | 23mg | 10mg |
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| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 15mg | 17mg |
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| Calcium | 35mg | 40mg |
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| Potassium | 98mg | 134mg |
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| Iron | 1.8mg | 2.53mg |
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| Sugar | 6.95g | 18.15g |
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| Fiber | 1g | 1.7g |
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| Copper | 0.089mg | 0.09mg |
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| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.5mg |
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| Starch | 25.91g |
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| Phosphorus | 108mg | 260mg |
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| Sodium | 417mg | 477mg |
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| Vitamin A | 128IU | 14IU |
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| Vitamin A | 35µg | 4µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 1.99mg |
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| Manganese | 0.351mg | 0.333mg |
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| Selenium | 18.9µg | 10.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.19mg | 0.39mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.26mg | 0.301mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2mg | 2.91mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 0.377mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.2µg | 0.06µg |
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| Vitamin K | 6.9µg | 9.8µg |
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| Folate | 60µg | 92µg |
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| Choline | 20.1mg | 37.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 6.794g | 11.105g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 11.313g | 8.544g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.575g | 3.915g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.089mg |
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| Threonine | 0.293mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.371mg |
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| Leucine | 0.644mg |
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| Lysine | 0.43mg |
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| Methionine | 0.174mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg |
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| Valine | 0.412mg |
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| Histidine | 0.205mg |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0.001g | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.239g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.017g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.573g |
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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
22%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Doughnuts is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Doughnuts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Doughnuts is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Danish pastry is lower in Sugar (difference - 11.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Danish pastry contains less Sodium (difference - 60mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Danish pastry is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.311g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Danish pastry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)