Gingerbread vs. Prunes — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between gingerbread and prunes?
- Gingerbread is higher in selenium, iron, manganese, and vitamin B1, yet prunes are higher in vitamin A, copper, and potassium.
- Gingerbread's daily need coverage for selenium is 29% more.
- The glycemic index of prunes is lower.
We used Cake, gingerbread, prepared from recipe and Plums, dried (prunes), uncooked types 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +70.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +65.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +209.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +128.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +5333.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +66.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +44.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +12.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +27.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.4% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +272.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +725% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +178.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +14.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +12.5% |
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:
2.18 g
Fats:
0.38 g
Carbs:
63.88 g
Water:
30.92 g
Other:
2.64 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +78.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4215.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +29.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +10.4% |
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Other
~2.64g
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
0.088 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.053 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.062 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +13341.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +6700% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.9% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 59.5µg | 50% | |
| Selenium | 16.3µg | 0.3µg | 29% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.216g | 0.062g | 28% |
| Fiber | 7.1g | 28% | |
| Fats | 16.4g | 0.38g | 25% |
| Iron | 2.88mg | 0.93mg | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 4.122g | 0.088g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.124g | 0.053g | 18% |
| Manganese | 0.683mg | 0.299mg | 17% |
| Fructose | 12.45g | 16% | |
| Sodium | 327mg | 2mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.19mg | 0.051mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.195mg | 0.281mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 439mg | 732mg | 9% |
| Folate | 33µg | 4µg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 70mg | 41mg | 7% |
| Calories | 356kcal | 240kcal | 6% |
| Carbs | 49.2g | 63.88g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 14µg | 39µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.06µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.43mg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 71mg | 43mg | 3% |
| Protein | 3.9g | 2.18g | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.162mg | 0.186mg | 2% |
| Choline | 10.1mg | 2% | |
| Starch | 5.11g | 2% | |
| Phosphorus | 54mg | 69mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0.6mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.375mg | 0.422mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.19mg | 0.205mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.738mg | 1.882mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 49.2g | 56.78g | N/A |
| Sugar | 38.13g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.39mg | 0.44mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.047mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.124mg | 0.049mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.151mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.279mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.131mg | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.08mg | 0.016mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.195mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.173mg | 0.056mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.087mg | 0.027mg | 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%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Prunes is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Prunes contains less Sodium (difference - 325mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Prunes is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.034g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Prunes is lower in glycemic index (difference - 57)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Prunes is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gingerbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.13g)
Which food is cheaper?
Gingerbread is cheaper (difference - $2)
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.