Gingerbread vs. Doughnuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Gingerbread and Doughnuts
- Gingerbread is richer in Manganese, Magnesium, Copper, Selenium, and Vitamin B6, yet Doughnuts are richer in Phosphorus, Vitamin B1, Folate, and Vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for Saturated Fat from Doughnuts is 35% higher.
- Gingerbread contains 4 times more Magnesium than Doughnuts. Gingerbread contains 70mg of Magnesium, while Doughnuts contain 17mg.
- Gingerbread contains less Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are Cake, gingerbread, prepared from recipe and Doughnuts, cake-type, plain (includes unsugared, old-fashioned).
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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 | +311.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +77.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +227.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +13.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +116.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -31.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +105.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +61.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +28.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +381.5% |
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 | +242.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +280% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +105.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +85.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +67.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +178.8% |
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:
5.31 g
Fats:
24.93 g
Carbs:
47.06 g
Water:
20.82 g
Other:
1.88 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +34.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +33% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +36.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +52% |
~equal in
Carbs
~47.06g
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
11.105 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.544 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.915 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -62.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +19.9% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~3.915g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 356kcal | 434kcal |
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| Protein | 3.9g | 5.31g |
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| Fats | 16.4g | 24.93g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 49.2g | 45.36g |
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| Carbs | 49.2g | 47.06g |
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| Cholesterol | 32mg | 10mg |
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| Magnesium | 70mg | 17mg |
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| Calcium | 71mg | 40mg |
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| Potassium | 439mg | 134mg |
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| Iron | 2.88mg | 2.53mg |
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| Sugar | 18.15g |
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| Fiber | 1.7g |
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| Copper | 0.195mg | 0.09mg |
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| Zinc | 0.39mg | 0.5mg |
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| Starch | 25.91g |
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| Phosphorus | 54mg | 260mg |
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| Sodium | 327mg | 477mg |
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| Vitamin A | 48IU | 14IU |
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| Vitamin A | 14µg | 4µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.99mg |
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| Manganese | 0.683mg | 0.333mg |
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| Selenium | 16.3µg | 10.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.19mg | 0.39mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.162mg | 0.301mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.738mg | 2.91mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.375mg | 0.377mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.19mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.06µg | 0.06µg | |
| Vitamin K | 9.8µg |
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| Folate | 33µg | 92µg |
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| Choline | 37.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.122g | 11.105g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.124g | 8.544g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.216g | 3.915g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.047mg |
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| Threonine | 0.124mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.151mg |
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| Leucine | 0.279mg |
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| Lysine | 0.131mg |
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| Methionine | 0.08mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.195mg |
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| Valine | 0.173mg |
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| Histidine | 0.087mg |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.239g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.017g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.573g |
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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%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gingerbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.15g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Gingerbread contains less Sodium (difference - 150mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Gingerbread is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.983g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Gingerbread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Doughnuts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Doughnuts is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Doughnuts is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)