Nutmeg vs. Cinnamon roll — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are nutmeg and cinnamon roll different?
- Nutmeg is higher in manganese, copper, fiber, magnesium, iron, and zinc; however, cinnamon roll is richer in selenium and vitamin K.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for nutmeg is 113% higher.
- Nutmeg contains 17 times more fiber than cinnamon roll. While nutmeg contains 20.8g of fiber, cinnamon roll contains only 1.2g.
- Cinnamon roll has less saturated fat.
- Nutmeg has a lower glycemic index (0) than cinnamon roll (40).
Spices, nutmeg, ground and Cinnamon buns, frosted (includes honey buns) are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +1207.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +243.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +121.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1556.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +305.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +62.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +893.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +712.5% |
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 CVitamin C | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +64% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +321.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +142.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +85.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +20.5% |
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:
4.45 g
Fats:
26.61 g
Carbs:
48.6 g
Water:
18.98 g
Other:
1.36 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +31.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +36.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +71.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +204.7% |
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Carbs
~48.6g
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
12.649 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.723 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.676 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -51.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +170.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +950.3% |
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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| Manganese | 2.9mg | 0.292mg | 113% |
| Copper | 1.027mg | 0.062mg | 107% |
| Fiber | 20.8g | 1.2g | 78% |
| Saturated fat | 25.94g | 12.649g | 60% |
| Magnesium | 183mg | 14mg | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.35g | 3.676g | 22% |
| Selenium | 1.6µg | 13µg | 21% |
| Iron | 3.04mg | 1.37mg | 21% |
| Fats | 36.31g | 26.61g | 15% |
| Zinc | 2.15mg | 0.53mg | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.22g | 8.723g | 14% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 15.2µg | 13% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 305mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 213mg | 131mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.346mg | 0.211mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.16mg | 0.038mg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 1.15mg | 8% |
| Starch | 16.39g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.337mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 350mg | 102mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.299mg | 2.404mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.057mg | 0.138mg | 6% |
| Calories | 525kcal | 452kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 0.3mg | 3% |
| Protein | 5.84g | 4.45g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Folate | 76µg | 72µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 49.29g | 48.6g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 28.49g | 47.4g | N/A |
| Calcium | 184mg | 183mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.99g | 25.7g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.295g | N/A | |
| Choline | 8.8mg | 10.6mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.068mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.176mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.226mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.41mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.215mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.104mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.264mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.255mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.126mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.225g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.352g | 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
18%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
37%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Nutmeg is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Nutmeg is lower in Sugar (difference - 22.71g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nutmeg contains less Sodium (difference - 289mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Nutmeg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Nutmeg is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cinnamon roll is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.291g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cinnamon roll is cheaper (difference - $6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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