Gingerbread vs. Icing — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between gingerbread and icing?
- Gingerbread is richer in iron, manganese, selenium, copper, magnesium, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, and potassium, yet icing is richer in vitamin B2.
- Gingerbread's daily need coverage for iron is 34% higher.
- Icing contains less cholesterol.
- Icing has a lower glycemic index than gingerbread.
We used Cake, gingerbread, prepared from recipe and Frostings, vanilla, creamy, ready-to-eat types in this comparison.
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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 | +6900% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2266.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1191.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1700% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +457.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +200% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +16200% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -43.7% |
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 | +1800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +690% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +581.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +312.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +86.4% |
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:
0 g
Fats:
16.23 g
Carbs:
67.89 g
Water:
15.07 g
Other:
0.81 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +85.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +208.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +38% |
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Fats
~16.23g
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
2.974 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.86 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.951 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +46.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -27.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +88.6% |
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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 2.88mg | 0.16mg | 34% |
| Manganese | 0.683mg | 0mg | 30% |
| Selenium | 16.3µg | 0.1µg | 29% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.216g | 7.951g | 25% |
| Copper | 0.195mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Magnesium | 70mg | 1mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.19mg | 0.01mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.19mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 439mg | 34mg | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 13µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.162mg | 0.302mg | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 1.53mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.738mg | 0.22mg | 9% |
| Protein | 3.9g | 0g | 8% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 3mg | 7% |
| Folate | 33µg | 8µg | 6% |
| Sodium | 327mg | 184mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 49.2g | 67.89g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.124g | 4.86g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.375mg | 0.055mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 54mg | 18mg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 4.122g | 2.974g | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.06µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Calories | 356kcal | 418kcal | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.39mg | 0.07mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 14µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Fats | 16.4g | 16.23g | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 49.2g | 67.89g | N/A |
| Sugar | 63.1g | N/A | |
| Choline | 2.3mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.047mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.124mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.151mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.279mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.131mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.08mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.195mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.173mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.087mg | 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%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
4%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Icing is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Icing contains less Sodium (difference - 143mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Icing is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.148g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Icing is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gingerbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 63.1g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Gingerbread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.