Jerusalem artichoke vs. Pound cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between jerusalem artichoke and pound cake?
- Jerusalem artichoke is richer in iron, copper, and potassium, yet pound cake is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B2, phosphorus, and selenium.
- Pound cake's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 24% higher.
- Jerusalem artichoke has 3 times more copper than pound cake. Jerusalem artichoke has 0.14mg of copper, while pound cake has 0.042mg.
- Jerusalem artichoke contains less sodium.
- Jerusalem artichoke has a lower glycemic index than pound cake.
We used Jerusalem-artichokes, raw and Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) 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 | +112.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +187.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +129.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +233.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +235.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +258.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +79.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +83.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +614.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +15.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +113.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +6900% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +242.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +315% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +24.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +22.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1600% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +223.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +118.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2 g
Fats:
0.01 g
Carbs:
17.44 g
Water:
78.01 g
Other:
2.54 g
Protein:
5 g
Fats:
13.96 g
Carbs:
53.64 g
Water:
25.87 g
Other:
1.53 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +201.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +66% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +150% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +139500% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +207.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.004 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.001 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.419 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -100% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +75400% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +341800% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 3.4mg | 1.48mg | 24% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.001g | 3.419g | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 66mg | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 4.811g | 22% |
| Fats | 0.01g | 13.96g | 21% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 377mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.249mg | 15% |
| Threonine | 153mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.36µg | 15% |
| Calories | 73kcal | 353kcal | 14% |
| Carbs | 17.44g | 53.64g | 12% |
| Copper | 0.14mg | 0.042mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 78mg | 140mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.004g | 3.02g | 8% |
| Potassium | 429mg | 149mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 70µg | 8% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 5µg | 8% |
| Starch | 17.36g | 7% | |
| Folate | 13µg | 42µg | 7% |
| Protein | 2g | 5g | 6% |
| Choline | 30mg | 65.6mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 0.6g | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.8µg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 34IU | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.65mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 47mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.12mg | 0.43mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.077mg | 0.036mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.397mg | 0.485mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.3mg | 1.615mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.2mg | 0.173mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.06mg | 0.11mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 1.7µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.84g | 53.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 9.6g | 33.36g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.192g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.204mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.397mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.198mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.239mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.249mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.117mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.372g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.895g | 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
13%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Pound cake is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pound cake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Jerusalem artichoke is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jerusalem artichoke is lower in Sugar (difference - 23.76g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jerusalem artichoke contains less Sodium (difference - 373mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jerusalem artichoke is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.811g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerusalem artichoke is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
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.