Gingerbread vs. Pecan — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are gingerbread and pecan different?
- Gingerbread is richer in selenium, while pecan is higher in manganese, copper, vitamin B1, zinc, phosphorus, and magnesium.
- Pecan covers your daily need for manganese, 166% more than gingerbread.
- Gingerbread has a higher glycemic index (86) than pecan (10).
Cake, gingerbread, prepared from recipe and Nuts, pecans types were used in this article.
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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 | +13.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +328.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +72.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +515.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1061.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +413% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +558.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +366.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +24.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +48.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +247.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +130.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +10.5% |
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:
9.17 g
Fats:
71.97 g
Carbs:
13.86 g
Water:
3.52 g
Other:
1.48 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +255% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +695.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +68.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +135.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +338.8% |
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
6.18 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
40.801 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
21.614 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -33.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +472.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +412.7% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.683mg | 4.5mg | 166% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.216g | 21.614g | 116% |
| Copper | 0.195mg | 1.2mg | 112% |
| Fats | 16.4g | 71.97g | 85% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.124g | 40.801g | 84% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.19mg | 0.66mg | 39% |
| Fiber | 9.6g | 38% | |
| Zinc | 0.39mg | 4.53mg | 38% |
| Phosphorus | 54mg | 277mg | 32% |
| Selenium | 16.3µg | 3.8µg | 23% |
| Calories | 356kcal | 691kcal | 17% |
| Sodium | 327mg | 0mg | 14% |
| Carbs | 49.2g | 13.86g | 12% |
| Magnesium | 70mg | 121mg | 12% |
| Protein | 3.9g | 9.17g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.375mg | 0.863mg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 1.4mg | 9% | |
| Saturated fat | 4.122g | 6.18g | 9% |
| Choline | 40.5mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.738mg | 1.167mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.88mg | 2.53mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.06µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Folate | 33µg | 22µg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 3.5µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.162mg | 0.13mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.19mg | 0.21mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 14µg | 3µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 439mg | 410mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 49.2g | 4.26g | N/A |
| Calcium | 71mg | 70mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.97g | N/A | |
| Starch | 0.46g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.047mg | 0.093mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.124mg | 0.306mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.151mg | 0.336mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.279mg | 0.598mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.131mg | 0.287mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.08mg | 0.183mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.195mg | 0.426mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.173mg | 0.411mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.087mg | 0.262mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.04g | 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%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
149%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pecan is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pecan contains less Sodium (difference - 327mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pecan is lower in glycemic index (difference - 76)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gingerbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.97g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Gingerbread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.058g)
Which food is cheaper?
Gingerbread is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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