Multigrain bread vs. Yellow cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between multigrain bread and yellow cake?
- Multigrain bread is richer in manganese, selenium, fiber, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B1, and copper, yet yellow cake is richer in vitamin E and vitamin K.
- Multigrain bread's daily need coverage for manganese is 86% higher.
- Multigrain bread contains less saturated fat.
We used Bread, multi-grain, toasted (includes whole-grain) and Cake, yellow, commercially prepared, with chocolate frosting, in-store bakery 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 | +325% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +246.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +33.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +34% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +93.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +340.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +79% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +891.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +506.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -25.1% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +465.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +52.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +449.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +121.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +218.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +65.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1025% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1573.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.52 g
Fats:
4.6 g
Carbs:
47.11 g
Water:
31.46 g
Other:
2.31 g
Protein:
3.16 g
Fats:
17.75 g
Carbs:
55.36 g
Water:
22.38 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +359.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +40.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +71.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +285.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +17.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.948 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.826 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.035 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 | -83.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +773.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +132.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.84 g
Fructose:
2.67 g
Lactose:
0.62 g
Maltose:
1.82 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 GlucoseGlucose | +42.6% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +330.6% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +766.7% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
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Lactose
~0.59g
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Galactose
~0g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.201mg | 0.222mg | 86% |
| Selenium | 35.8µg | 5.9µg | 54% |
| Vitamin E | 0.4mg | 4.5mg | 27% |
| Fiber | 8.1g | 1.5g | 26% |
| Protein | 14.52g | 3.16g | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.394mg | 0.8mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.286mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 0.948g | 5.793g | 22% |
| Fats | 4.6g | 17.75g | 20% |
| Vitamin K | 1.5µg | 25.1µg | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.035g | 4.728g | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.243mg | 0.043mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 247mg | 138mg | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.826g | 7.214g | 16% |
| Copper | 0.307mg | 0.159mg | 16% |
| Magnesium | 85mg | 20mg | 15% |
| Zinc | 1.85mg | 0.42mg | 13% |
| Folate | 70µg | 22µg | 12% |
| Iron | 2.72mg | 2.03mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 32mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 414mg | 310mg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 16mg | 5% |
| Calories | 288kcal | 379kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.365mg | 0.165mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.142mg | 0.093mg | 4% |
| Starch | 8.55g | 4% | |
| Fructose | 2.67g | 0.62g | 3% |
| Carbs | 47.11g | 55.36g | 3% |
| Potassium | 250mg | 187mg | 2% |
| Choline | 28.8mg | 17.4mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 6IU | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 39.01g | 53.86g | N/A |
| Sugar | 6.94g | 39.22g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 1.313g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.135mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.294mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.351mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.604mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.314mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.421mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.432mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.215mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.474g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.026g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.999g | 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
26%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
101%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Yellow cake contains less Sodium (difference - 104mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yellow cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Multigrain bread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Multigrain bread is lower in Sugar (difference - 32.28g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Multigrain bread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.845g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Multigrain bread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Multigrain bread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)