Doughnuts vs. Bagel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between doughnuts and bagel?
- Doughnuts are richer in phosphorus, vitamin E, and vitamin B2, while bagel is higher in manganese, selenium, fiber, copper, magnesium, and vitamin B6.
- Doughnuts' daily need coverage for saturated fat is 56% higher.
- Bagel has 6 times less vitamin E than doughnuts. Doughnuts have 1.99mg of vitamin E, while bagel has 0.32mg.
- Bagel is lower in saturated fat.
We used Doughnuts, cake-type, plain (includes unsugared, old-fashioned) and Bagels, wheat types in this comparison.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +83.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +23.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +94.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +120% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +329.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +184.2% |
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 | +521.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +44% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +553.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +21.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +280.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +15.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +194% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +1529.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +92.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +80.4% |
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Carbs
~48.89g
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Other
~1.83g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2846.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +318.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -100% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 11.105g | 0g | 50% |
| Manganese | 0.333mg | 1.43mg | 48% |
| Fats | 24.93g | 1.53g | 36% |
| Selenium | 10.1µg | 28.7µg | 34% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.544g | 0.29g | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.915g | 0.936g | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 260mg | 142mg | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 1.99mg | 0.32mg | 11% |
| Starch | 25.91g | 11% | |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 4.1g | 10% |
| Protein | 5.31g | 10.2g | 10% |
| Calories | 434kcal | 250kcal | 9% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.175mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 51mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 9.8µg | 1.5µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.301mg | 0.209mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.147mg | 7% |
| Choline | 37.3mg | 9.8mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.5mg | 1.1mg | 5% |
| Folate | 92µg | 76µg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.53mg | 2.76mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.91mg | 3.37mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.06µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 20mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 477mg | 439mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 47.06g | 48.89g | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.39mg | 0.403mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 134mg | 165mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 45.36g | 44.79g | N/A |
| Sugar | 18.15g | 6.12g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.377mg | 0.375mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.239g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.017g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.573g | 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
32%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
71%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Doughnuts is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Bagel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Bagel is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bagel contains less Sodium (difference - 38mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Bagel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 11.105g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Bagel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Bagel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)