Asparagus vs. Pound cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between asparagus and pound cake
- Asparagus is higher in vitamin K, copper, and vitamin A; however, pound cake is richer in vitamin B12, phosphorus, choline, and vitamin B2.
- Asparagus's daily need coverage for vitamin K is 33% higher.
- Asparagus has 5 times more copper than pound cake. While asparagus has 0.189mg of copper, pound cake has only 0.042mg.
- Asparagus has less saturated fat.
- Asparagus has a lower glycemic index (32) than pound cake (54).
The food types used in this comparison are Asparagus, raw and Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen).
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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 | +75% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +35.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +44.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +350% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +25.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +43.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +95.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +169.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +117.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +73.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +152.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2347.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +23.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +84.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +21% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +76.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +65.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +77% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +310% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.2 g
Fats:
0.12 g
Carbs:
3.88 g
Water:
93.22 g
Other:
0.58 g
Protein:
5 g
Fats:
13.96 g
Carbs:
53.64 g
Water:
25.87 g
Other:
1.53 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +260.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +127.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +11533.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1282.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +163.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.419 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +6738% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.23 g
Glucose:
0.65 g
Fructose:
1 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
17.36 g
Sucrose:
30.68 g
Glucose:
0.75 g
Fructose:
0.33 g
Lactose:
1.27 g
Maltose:
0.33 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +203% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +13239.1% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +15.4% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Galactose
~0g
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 41.6µg | 1.7µg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 66mg | 22% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 3.419g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04g | 4.811g | 22% |
| Fats | 0.12g | 13.96g | 21% |
| Calories | 20kcal | 353kcal | 17% |
| Carbs | 3.88g | 53.64g | 17% |
| Copper | 0.189mg | 0.042mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 377mg | 16% |
| Threonine | 0.084mg | 153mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.36µg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 140mg | 13% |
| Choline | 16mg | 65.6mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2.14mg | 1.48mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.141mg | 0.249mg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 3.02g | 8% |
| Starch | 17.36g | 7% | |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 0.6g | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Protein | 2.2g | 5g | 6% |
| Selenium | 2.3µg | 5µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.091mg | 0.036mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.978mg | 1.615mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.274mg | 0.485mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.8µg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 70µg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 34IU | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.173mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 1.13mg | 0.65mg | 3% |
| Folate | 52µg | 42µg | 3% |
| Potassium | 202mg | 149mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 47mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.158mg | 0.11mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1g | 0.33g | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.43mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.78g | 53.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.88g | 33.36g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.192g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.075mg | 0.204mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.128mg | 0.397mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.104mg | 0.198mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.031mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.075mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.115mg | 0.249mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.049mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.372g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.895g | 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 cheaper?
Pound cake is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Asparagus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Asparagus is lower in Sugar (difference - 31.48g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Asparagus contains less Sodium (difference - 375mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Asparagus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.771g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Asparagus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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