Fruitcake vs. Rose hips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between fruitcake and rose hips
- Fruitcake has more iron, while rose hips have more vitamin C, vitamin A, fiber, manganese, vitamin E, vitamin K, calcium, magnesium, and vitamin B5.
- Rose hips cover your daily need for vitamin C, 473% more than fruitcake.
- Fruitcake contains 2 times more iron than rose hips. While fruitcake contains 2.07mg of iron, rose hips contain only 1.06mg.
- Fruitcake has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of fruitcake is 53, while the glycemic index of rose hips is 64.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cake, fruitcake, commercially prepared and Rose Hips, wild (Northern Plains Indians).
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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 IronIron | +95.3% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +331.3% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +412.1% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +180.4% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +126% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +17.3% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -96% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +363.6% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +212.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +566.7% |
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +85100% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +3000% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +548.9% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +67.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +64.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +254% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +65.2% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1626.7% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +34.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more ProteinProtein | +81.3% |
Contains more FatsFats | +2576.5% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +61.2% |
Contains more WaterWater | +131.9% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Lower in price |
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Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 426mg | 473% |
Fiber | 3.7g | 24.1g | 82% |
Manganese | 0.22mg | 1.02mg | 35% |
Vitamin E | 0.9mg | 5.84mg | 33% |
Vitamin A | 7µg | 217µg | 23% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 3.323g | 22% | |
Vitamin K | 1.5µg | 25.9µg | 20% |
Calcium | 33mg | 169mg | 14% |
Fats | 9.1g | 0.34g | 13% |
Magnesium | 16mg | 69mg | 13% |
Iron | 2.07mg | 1.06mg | 13% |
Monounsaturated fat | 4.2g | 11% | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.226mg | 0.8mg | 11% |
Calories | 324kcal | 162kcal | 8% |
Carbs | 61.6g | 38.22g | 8% |
Potassium | 153mg | 429mg | 8% |
Copper | 0.05mg | 0.113mg | 7% |
Saturated fat | 1.048g | 5% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.099mg | 0.166mg | 5% |
Sodium | 101mg | 4mg | 4% |
Folate | 20µg | 3µg | 4% |
Selenium | 2µg | 4% | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.016mg | 3% |
Protein | 2.9g | 1.6g | 3% |
Vitamin B3 | 0.791mg | 1.3mg | 3% |
Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.046mg | 0.076mg | 2% |
Fructose | 1.16g | 1% | |
Choline | 8.9mg | 12mg | 1% |
Phosphorus | 52mg | 61mg | 1% |
Net carbs | 57.9g | 14.12g | N/A |
Sugar | 27.42g | 2.58g | N/A |
Zinc | 0.27mg | 0.25mg | 0% |
Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 0% | |
Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.102mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.121mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.206mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.121mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.059mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.14mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.144mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.071mg | 0% | |
Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 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 is lower in Cholesterol?

Rose hips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Rose hips is lower in Sugar (difference - 24.84g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Rose hips contains less Sodium (difference - 97mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Rose hips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.048g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Rose hips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Fruitcake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is cheaper?

Fruitcake is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.