Gingerbread vs. Candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between gingerbread and candy bar
- Gingerbread has more iron and selenium; however, candy bar is higher in vitamin B6, copper, vitamin B3, phosphorus, zinc, manganese, and folate.
- Candy bar covers your daily need for vitamin B6, 11755% more than gingerbread.
- The glycemic index of gingerbread is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cake, gingerbread, prepared from recipe and Candies, peanut bar.
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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 | +196.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +246.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +57.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +296.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +910.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +470.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -52.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +82% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +90% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +15.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +355.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +121.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +80426.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +127.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.9 g
Fats:
16.4 g
Carbs:
49.2 g
Water:
28 g
Other:
2.5 g
Protein:
15.5 g
Fats:
33.7 g
Carbs:
47.4 g
Water:
1.6 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1650% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +38.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +297.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +105.5% |
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Carbs
~47.4g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.122 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.216 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.678 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
16.721 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.65 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -11.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +134.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +152.6% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.19mg | 153mg | 11755% |
| Copper | 0.195mg | 0.774mg | 64% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.216g | 10.65g | 43% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.738mg | 7.922mg | 39% |
| Phosphorus | 54mg | 308mg | 36% |
| Zinc | 0.39mg | 3.94mg | 32% |
| Vitamin E | 4.1mg | 27% | |
| Fats | 16.4g | 33.7g | 27% |
| Manganese | 0.683mg | 1.243mg | 24% |
| Iron | 2.88mg | 0.97mg | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.124g | 16.721g | 24% |
| Protein | 3.9g | 15.5g | 23% |
| Selenium | 16.3µg | 4.7µg | 21% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 16% | |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Folate | 33µg | 75µg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 70mg | 110mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.375mg | 0.83mg | 9% |
| Calories | 356kcal | 522kcal | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.19mg | 0.1mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 327mg | 156mg | 7% |
| Choline | 29.4mg | 5% | |
| Saturated fat | 4.122g | 4.678g | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.06µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 14µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.162mg | 0.14mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 439mg | 407mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 78mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 49.2g | 47.4g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 49.2g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 42.22g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.047mg | 0.149mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.124mg | 0.52mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.151mg | 0.534mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.279mg | 0.986mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.131mg | 0.545mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.08mg | 0.185mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.195mg | 0.787mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.173mg | 0.638mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.087mg | 0.385mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g | 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
17%
2748%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
88%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gingerbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 42.22g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Gingerbread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.556g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Candy bar contains less Sodium (difference - 171mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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