Doughnuts vs. Angel food cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Doughnuts and Angel food cake
- Doughnuts are richer in Iron, Vitamin B1, Folate, Vitamin B3, and Manganese, yet Angel food cake is richer in Vitamin B2, Calcium, and Phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for Saturated Fat from Doughnuts is 55% higher.
- Doughnuts contain 5 times more Iron than Angel food cake. Doughnuts contain 2.53mg of Iron, while Angel food cake contains 0.52mg.
- Angel food cake contains less Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are Doughnuts, cake-type, plain (includes unsugared, old-fashioned) and Cake, angelfood, 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +41.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +44.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +386.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +15.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +614.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -36.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +291.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +38.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +250% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +24.6% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +282.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +229.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +90.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +61.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +162.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +63.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.31 g
Fats:
24.93 g
Carbs:
47.06 g
Water:
20.82 g
Other:
1.88 g
Protein:
5.9 g
Fats:
0.8 g
Carbs:
57.8 g
Water:
33.2 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +3016.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +11.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +59.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +22.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
11.105 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.544 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.915 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.121 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.071 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.367 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +11933.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +966.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -98.9% |
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 | 434kcal | 258kcal |
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| Protein | 5.31g | 5.9g |
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| Fats | 24.93g | 0.8g |
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| Net carbs | 45.36g | 56.3g |
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| Carbs | 47.06g | 57.8g |
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| Cholesterol | 10mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 17mg | 12mg |
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| Calcium | 40mg | 140mg |
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| Potassium | 134mg | 93mg |
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| Iron | 2.53mg | 0.52mg |
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| Sugar | 18.15g |
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| Fiber | 1.7g | 1.5g |
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| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.078mg |
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| Zinc | 0.5mg | 0.07mg |
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| Starch | 25.91g |
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| Phosphorus | 260mg | 324mg |
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| Sodium | 477mg | 749mg |
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| Vitamin A | 14IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 4µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.99mg |
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| Manganese | 0.333mg | 0.085mg |
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| Selenium | 10.1µg | 7.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.39mg | 0.102mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.301mg | 0.491mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.91mg | 0.883mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.377mg | 0.198mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.031mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.06µg | 0.06µg | |
| Vitamin K | 9.8µg |
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| Folate | 92µg | 35µg |
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| Choline | 37.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 11.105g | 0.121g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.544g | 0.071g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.915g | 0.367g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.075mg |
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| Threonine | 0.248mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.312mg |
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| Leucine | 0.481mg |
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| Lysine | 0.364mg |
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| Methionine | 0.183mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.334mg |
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| Valine | 0.354mg |
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| Histidine | 0.131mg |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g |
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| 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
32%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
39%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Doughnuts is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Doughnuts contains less Sodium (difference - 272mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Doughnuts is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Angel food cake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Angel food cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.15g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Angel food cake is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 10.984g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Angel food cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)