Doughnuts vs. Pumpkin pie — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between doughnuts and pumpkin pie
- Doughnuts are richer in phosphorus, iron, vitamin B1, folate, vitamin B2, and vitamin B3, yet pumpkin pie is richer in vitamin A and vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin A for pumpkin pie is 68% higher.
- Doughnuts contain 6 times more saturated fat than pumpkin pie. Doughnuts contain 11.105g of saturated fat, while pumpkin pie contains 1.988g.
- Pumpkin pie has a lower glycemic index than doughnuts.
Food types used in this article are Doughnuts, cake-type, plain (includes unsugared, old-fashioned) and Pie, pumpkin, 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 | +21.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +181.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +28.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +221% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +46.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +87% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +60% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +24.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +64.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -49.9% |
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 | +161.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +120.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +142.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +162.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +253.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +11100% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +19.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +26% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +483.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +34.7% |
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:
3.9 g
Fats:
9.75 g
Carbs:
34.83 g
Water:
50.39 g
Other:
1.13 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +36.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +155.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +35.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +66.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +142% |
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
1.988 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.6 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.77 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +85.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +121.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -82.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
25.91 g
Sucrose:
16.02 g
Glucose:
0.67 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0.93 g
Maltose:
0.54 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
10.73 g
Sucrose:
9.3 g
Glucose:
3.78 g
Fructose:
2.85 g
Lactose:
2 g
Maltose:
0.95 g
Galactose:
0.01 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +141.5% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +72.3% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +464.2% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +115.1% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +75.9% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 4µg | 448µg | 49% |
| Saturated fat | 11.105g | 1.988g | 41% |
| Phosphorus | 260mg | 81mg | 26% |
| Fats | 24.93g | 9.75g | 23% |
| Iron | 2.53mg | 0.9mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.39mg | 0.177mg | 18% |
| Folate | 92µg | 26µg | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.915g | 1.77g | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.301mg | 0.124mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.06µg | 0.35µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.91mg | 1.107mg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.544g | 4.6g | 10% |
| Sodium | 477mg | 239mg | 10% |
| Calories | 434kcal | 243kcal | 10% |
| Selenium | 10.1µg | 5.4µg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 1.99mg | 0.76mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.148mg | 6% |
| Starch | 25.91g | 10.73g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 26mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.333mg | 0.227mg | 5% |
| Fructose | 0g | 2.85g | 4% |
| Carbs | 47.06g | 34.83g | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 9.8µg | 13.2µg | 3% |
| Protein | 5.31g | 3.9g | 3% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 64mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.377mg | 0.452mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 14mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.5mg | 0.39mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.063mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 134mg | 167mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 45.36g | 33.03g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 18.15g | 18.88g | N/A |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 1.8g | 0% |
| Choline | 37.3mg | 37.5mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.048mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.154mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.158mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.297mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.192mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.249mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.175mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.211mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.088mg | 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 |
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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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pumpkin pie contains less Sodium (difference - 238mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pumpkin pie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.117g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pumpkin pie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Doughnuts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Doughnuts is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.73g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Doughnuts 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.