Nutmeg vs. Chocolate cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between nutmeg and chocolate cake?
- Nutmeg is richer in manganese, copper, fiber, magnesium, iron, and vitamin B1, yet chocolate cake is richer in choline and selenium.
- Nutmeg's daily need coverage for manganese is 114% higher.
- Nutmeg has 13 times more fiber than chocolate cake. Nutmeg has 20.8g of fiber, while chocolate cake has 1.6g.
- Chocolate cake contains less saturated fat.
- Nutmeg has a lower glycemic index than chocolate cake.
We used Spices, nutmeg, ground and Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting 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 | +471.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +206.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +150% |
| Contains more IronIron | +88.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +396.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +211.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +100.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +935.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +643.8% |
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 | +1400% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +145.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +14.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +290.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +181.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +273.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1359.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.84 g
Fats:
36.31 g
Carbs:
49.29 g
Water:
6.23 g
Other:
2.33 g
Protein:
5.3 g
Fats:
15.1 g
Carbs:
53.4 g
Water:
24.4 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +140.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +29.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +291.7% |
~equal in
Protein
~5.3g
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Carbs
~53.4g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
25.94 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.35 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.43 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.039 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.761 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -79.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +87.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +688.9% |
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 Sugar |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.9mg | 0.28mg | 114% |
| Saturated fat | 25.94g | 5.43g | 93% |
| Copper | 1.027mg | 0.207mg | 91% |
| Fiber | 20.8g | 1.6g | 77% |
| Magnesium | 183mg | 32mg | 36% |
| Fats | 36.31g | 15.1g | 33% |
| Choline | 8.8mg | 128.4mg | 22% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 58mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 1.6µg | 11.9µg | 19% |
| Iron | 3.04mg | 1.61mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.346mg | 0.141mg | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.35g | 2.761g | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 213mg | 106mg | 15% |
| Zinc | 2.15mg | 0.69mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 315mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 184mg | 60mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.057mg | 0.213mg | 12% |
| Folate | 76µg | 27µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.16mg | 0.041mg | 9% |
| Calories | 525kcal | 371kcal | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.22g | 6.039g | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 140mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 0.2mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 1% | |
| Protein | 5.84g | 5.3g | 1% |
| Carbs | 49.29g | 53.4g | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.299mg | 1.137mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 28.49g | 51.8g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.99g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.068mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.202mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.24mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.407mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.265mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.283mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.12mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g | 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
18%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
39%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Nutmeg is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 58mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nutmeg contains less Sodium (difference - 299mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Nutmeg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Nutmeg is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Nutmeg is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.99g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chocolate cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 20.51g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chocolate cake is cheaper (difference - $6)