Graham cracker vs. Yellow cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Graham cracker and Yellow cake
- Graham cracker has more Manganese, Vitamin B3, Iron, Vitamin B1, Folate, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin B6, while Yellow cake has more Vitamin E, and Vitamin K.
- Graham cracker covers your daily need of Manganese 35% more than Yellow cake.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Graham cracker is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cookies, graham crackers, plain or honey (includes cinnamon) and Cake, yellow, commercially prepared, with chocolate frosting, in-store bakery.
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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 | +100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +140.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +86.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +128.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +34.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +359% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -32.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +516.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +240.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +454.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +154.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +313.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1200% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +198% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +75.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +194.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.69 g
Fats:
10.6 g
Carbs:
77.66 g
Water:
3.39 g
Other:
1.66 g
Protein:
3.16 g
Fats:
17.75 g
Carbs:
55.36 g
Water:
22.38 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +111.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +40.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +23% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +67.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +560.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.633 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.509 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.388 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
5.793 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.214 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.728 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -71.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +14% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +187.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
46.56 g
Sucrose:
22.82 g
Glucose:
1.04 g
Fructose:
0.99 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
8.55 g
Sucrose:
36.51 g
Glucose:
1.29 g
Fructose:
0.62 g
Lactose:
0.59 g
Maltose:
0.21 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +444.6% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +59.7% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +60% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +24% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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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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| Calories | 430kcal | 379kcal |
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| Protein | 6.69g | 3.16g |
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| Fats | 10.6g | 17.75g |
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| Net carbs | 74.26g | 53.86g |
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| Carbs | 77.66g | 55.36g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 16mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 6IU |
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| Magnesium | 40mg | 20mg |
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| Calcium | 77mg | 32mg |
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| Potassium | 170mg | 187mg |
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| Iron | 3.78mg | 2.03mg |
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| Sugar | 24.85g | 39.22g |
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| Fiber | 3.4g | 1.5g |
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| Copper | 0.17mg | 0.159mg |
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| Zinc | 0.96mg | 0.42mg |
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| Starch | 46.56g | 8.55g |
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| Phosphorus | 185mg | 138mg |
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| Sodium | 459mg | 310mg |
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| Vitamin A | 2IU | 26IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 7µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.51mg | 4.5mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 1.019mg | 0.222mg |
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| Selenium | 6.3µg | 5.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.265mg | 0.043mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.317mg | 0.093mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.439mg | 0.8mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.42mg | 0.165mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.156mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin K | 14.3µg | 25.1µg |
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| Folate | 91µg | 22µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.055g | 1.313g |
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| Choline | 5.9mg | 17.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.633g | 5.793g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.509g | 7.214g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.388g | 4.728g |
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| Fructose | 0.99g | 0.62g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.599g | 0.474g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g | 0.026g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.004g | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.735g | 3.999g |
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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
32%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Yellow cake contains less Sodium (difference - 149mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yellow cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 74)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Graham cracker is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Graham cracker is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.37g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Graham cracker is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.16g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Graham cracker 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.