Oatmeal vs. Chocolate cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between oatmeal and chocolate cake
- Oatmeal has more iron, vitamin B6, manganese, and vitamin B3; however, chocolate cake has more choline, copper, and selenium.
- Daily need coverage for iron for oatmeal is 54% higher.
- Chocolate cake has 7 times less vitamin B6 than oatmeal. Oatmeal has 0.29mg of vitamin B6, while chocolate cake has 0.041mg.
- Oatmeal is lower in sodium.
- Oatmeal has a higher glycemic index than chocolate cake.
Food types used in this article are Cereals, oats, instant, fortified, plain, prepared with water (boiling water added or microwaved) and Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +33.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +270.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -84.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +99.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +23.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +129.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +213.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +11.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +37.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +138% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +84.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +166.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +607.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +63% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +2631.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.37 g
Fats:
1.36 g
Carbs:
11.67 g
Water:
84.03 g
Other:
0.57 g
Protein:
5.3 g
Fats:
15.1 g
Carbs:
53.4 g
Water:
24.4 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +244.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +123.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1010.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +357.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +215.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.226 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.391 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.426 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 | -95.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1444.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +548.1% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 5.96mg | 1.61mg | 54% |
| Saturated fat | 0.226g | 5.43g | 24% |
| Choline | 4.7mg | 128.4mg | 22% |
| Fats | 1.36g | 15.1g | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 58mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.29mg | 0.041mg | 19% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.426g | 2.761g | 16% |
| Copper | 0.066mg | 0.207mg | 16% |
| Calories | 68kcal | 371kcal | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.391g | 6.039g | 14% |
| Carbs | 11.67g | 53.4g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 130µg | 14% | |
| Selenium | 5µg | 11.9µg | 13% |
| Sodium | 49mg | 315mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.025mg | 1.137mg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.558mg | 0.28mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.26mg | 0.141mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Protein | 2.37g | 5.3g | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 77mg | 106mg | 4% |
| Starch | 10.37g | 4% | |
| Folate | 44µg | 27µg | 4% |
| Potassium | 61mg | 140mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 60mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.62mg | 0.69mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 32mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 9.97g | 51.8g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.46g | N/A | |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 1.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.215mg | 0.213mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.317mg | 0.304mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.4µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.04mg | 0.068mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.083mg | 0.202mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.105mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.2mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.135mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.04mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.13mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.151mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.057mg | 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
26%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
39%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Oatmeal is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 58mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Oatmeal contains less Sodium (difference - 266mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Oatmeal is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.204g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Oatmeal is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.46g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate cake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)