Gingerbread vs. Fast food — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between gingerbread and fast food
- Gingerbread has more manganese, magnesium, and copper; however, fast food is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B3, zinc, vitamin B2, folate, phosphorus, and vitamin B1.
- Fast food covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 35% more than gingerbread.
- Gingerbread has 3 times more magnesium than fast food. While gingerbread has 70mg of magnesium, fast food has only 27mg.
- The glycemic index of gingerbread is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cake, gingerbread, prepared from recipe and Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain.
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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 | +159.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +14.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +122.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +61.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +91.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +546.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +148.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +24.5% |
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 | +55.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +66.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +124.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +223.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +41.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +11.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1383.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +142.4% |
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:
16.52 g
Fats:
12.01 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
38.45 g
Other:
1.52 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +36.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +56.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +64.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +323.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +37.3% |
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
4.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.835 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.68 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +47.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +151% |
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Saturated fat
~4.493g
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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| Vitamin B12 | 0.06µg | 0.89µg | 35% |
| Protein | 3.9g | 16.52g | 25% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.738mg | 5.617mg | 24% |
| Zinc | 0.39mg | 2.52mg | 19% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.216g | 1.68g | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.162mg | 0.363mg | 15% |
| Manganese | 0.683mg | 0.357mg | 14% |
| Folate | 33µg | 80µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.19mg | 0.317mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 54mg | 134mg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 70mg | 27mg | 10% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Copper | 0.195mg | 0.121mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 16.3µg | 20.3µg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 7% | |
| Fats | 16.4g | 12.01g | 7% |
| Potassium | 439mg | 197mg | 7% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 6% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.124g | 4.835g | 6% |
| Carbs | 49.2g | 31.5g | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 4% | |
| Fructose | 2.27g | 3% | |
| Calories | 356kcal | 297kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.375mg | 0.53mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.88mg | 3.06mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.19mg | 0.212mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 4.122g | 4.493g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 14µg | 9µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 62mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 49.2g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 33mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 4.88g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 327mg | 331mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.047mg | 0.144mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.124mg | 0.46mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.151mg | 0.642mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.279mg | 1.13mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.131mg | 0.785mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.08mg | 0.306mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.195mg | 0.67mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.173mg | 0.728mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.087mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.121g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.391g | 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
17%
43%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Gingerbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gingerbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Gingerbread contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Gingerbread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.371g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fast food is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fast food is relatively richer in vitamins
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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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.