Lamb vs. Sponge cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between lamb and sponge cake?
- Lamb is richer in vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B3, selenium, phosphorus, and copper, yet sponge cake is richer in manganese.
- Lamb's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 91% higher.
- Lamb has 8 times more zinc than sponge cake. Lamb has 4.46mg of zinc, while sponge cake has 0.59mg.
- Sponge cake contains less saturated fat.
- Lamb has a lower glycemic index than sponge cake.
We used Lamb, domestic, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked and Cake, sponge, prepared from recipe 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 | +155.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +119.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +19% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +112.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +655.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +88% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -68.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +42.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +147.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +659.1% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +453.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +20.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +120.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +589.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +59% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +20.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +116.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.52 g
Fats:
20.94 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
53.72 g
Other:
0.82 g
Protein:
7.3 g
Fats:
4.3 g
Carbs:
57.7 g
Water:
29.4 g
Other:
1.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +235.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +387% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +82.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +58.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.83 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.82 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.51 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.301 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.576 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.649 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +459.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +132.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -85.3% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.55µg | 0.37µg | 91% |
| Zinc | 4.46mg | 0.59mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.66mg | 1.204mg | 34% |
| Protein | 24.52g | 7.3g | 34% |
| Saturated fat | 8.83g | 1.301g | 34% |
| Fats | 20.94g | 4.3g | 26% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 170mg | 24% |
| Carbs | 0g | 57.7g | 19% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.82g | 1.576g | 18% |
| Choline | 93.7mg | 17% | |
| Selenium | 26.4µg | 18.5µg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 188mg | 100mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 77µg | 9% |
| Sodium | 72mg | 228mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.119mg | 0.056mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.167mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.51g | 0.649g | 6% |
| Potassium | 310mg | 141mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.159mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.059mg | 5% |
| Folate | 18µg | 39µg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.88mg | 1.58mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 4.6µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.25mg | 0.301mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 42mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.66mg | 0.546mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.14mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Calories | 294kcal | 297kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 57.7g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.287mg | 0.089mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.05mg | 0.308mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.183mg | 0.35mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.908mg | 0.59mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.166mg | 0.418mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.629mg | 0.192mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.998mg | 0.374mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.323mg | 0.395mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.777mg | 0.172mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.015g | 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
52%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
52%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sponge cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sponge cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.529g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sponge cake is cheaper (difference - $2.3)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lamb is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 73mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lamb contains less Sodium (difference - 156mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lamb is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lamb is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lamb is relatively richer in vitamins