Doughnuts vs. Cheese sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between doughnuts and cheese sandwich
- Doughnuts contain less manganese, selenium, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B6, vitamin B2, magnesium, and copper than cheese sandwich.
- Doughnuts' daily need coverage for saturated fat is 35% higher.
- The amount of saturated fat in cheese sandwich is lower.
- Cheese sandwich has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of cheese sandwich is 54, while the glycemic index of doughnuts is 75.
The food types used in this comparison are Doughnuts, cake-type, plain (includes unsugared, old-fashioned) and Crackers, wheat, sandwich, with cheese filling.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -43.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +217.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +410% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +128.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +77.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +74% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +46.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +225.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +140.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +43.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +425% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +41.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +65% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +422% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +100% |
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:
9.8 g
Fats:
25 g
Carbs:
58.2 g
Water:
3.2 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +550.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +84.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +23.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +102.1% |
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Fats
~25g
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
4.129 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.351 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.166 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -62.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +21.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +134.1% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.915g | 9.166g | 35% |
| Manganese | 0.333mg | 1.083mg | 33% |
| Saturated fat | 11.105g | 4.129g | 32% |
| Selenium | 10.1µg | 24.3µg | 26% |
| Phosphorus | 260mg | 382mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 204mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.261mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 477mg | 839mg | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 1.99mg | 13% | |
| Starch | 25.91g | 11% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.301mg | 0.427mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 54mg | 9% |
| Protein | 5.31g | 9.8g | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 9.8µg | 8% | |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.16mg | 8% |
| Folate | 92µg | 64µg | 7% |
| Choline | 37.3mg | 7% | |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 3.1g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.377mg | 0.622mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 134mg | 306mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.544g | 10.351g | 5% |
| Carbs | 47.06g | 58.2g | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.06µg | 0.12µg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.5mg | 0.87mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.39mg | 0.358mg | 3% |
| Calories | 434kcal | 497kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.91mg | 3.185mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 21µg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.5mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2.53mg | 2.62mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 7mg | 1% |
| Fats | 24.93g | 25g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 45.36g | 55.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 18.15g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.13mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.298mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.383mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.698mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.344mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.167mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.472mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.438mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.219mg | 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 | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.573g | N/A |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Doughnuts contains less Sodium (difference - 362mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.15g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.976g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 21)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheese sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.