Oatmeal vs. Cinnamon roll — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between oatmeal and cinnamon roll?
- Oatmeal is higher in iron, vitamin B6, manganese, and vitamin A, yet cinnamon roll is higher in selenium, vitamin K, calcium, and phosphorus.
- Cinnamon roll's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 62% more.
- Oatmeal has 217 times more vitamin A than cinnamon roll. While oatmeal has 433IU of vitamin A, cinnamon roll has only 2IU.
- The amount of sodium in oatmeal is lower.
- The glycemic index of cinnamon roll is lower.
We used Cereals, oats, instant, fortified, plain, prepared with water (boiling water added or microwaved) and Cinnamon buns, frosted (includes honey buns) types 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 | +85.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +335% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +17% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +91.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +128.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +67.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +70.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +160% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +23.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +55.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +25.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +663.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1542.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +3700% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +63.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +125.5% |
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:
4.45 g
Fats:
26.61 g
Carbs:
48.6 g
Water:
18.98 g
Other:
1.36 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +342.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +87.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1856.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +316.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +138.6% |
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
12.649 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.723 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.676 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2130.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +762.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
10.37 g
Sucrose:
0.29 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.16 g
Starch:
16.39 g
Sucrose:
20.11 g
Glucose:
3.05 g
Fructose:
1.11 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.43 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +58.1% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +6834.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Lactose
~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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 5.96mg | 1.37mg | 57% |
| Saturated fat | 0.226g | 12.649g | 56% |
| Fats | 1.36g | 26.61g | 39% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.426g | 3.676g | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.391g | 8.723g | 21% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.29mg | 0.038mg | 19% |
| Calories | 68kcal | 452kcal | 19% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 13µg | 15% |
| Vitamin A | 130µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Vitamin K | 0.4µg | 15.2µg | 12% |
| Carbs | 11.67g | 48.6g | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.558mg | 0.292mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 49mg | 305mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 183mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 77mg | 131mg | 8% |
| Folate | 44µg | 72µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.07mg | 1.15mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.215mg | 0.138mg | 6% |
| Protein | 2.37g | 4.45g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.26mg | 0.211mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.025mg | 2.404mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 14mg | 3% |
| Starch | 10.37g | 16.39g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 1.2g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0g | 1.11g | 1% |
| Potassium | 61mg | 102mg | 1% |
| Choline | 4.7mg | 10.6mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.62mg | 0.53mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 9.97g | 47.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.46g | 25.7g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.066mg | 0.062mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.317mg | 0.337mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.003g | 0.295g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.04mg | 0.068mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.083mg | 0.176mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.105mg | 0.226mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.2mg | 0.41mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.135mg | 0.215mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.04mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.13mg | 0.264mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.151mg | 0.255mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.057mg | 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 |
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%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
37%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Oatmeal is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Oatmeal is lower in Sugar (difference - 25.24g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Oatmeal contains less Sodium (difference - 256mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Oatmeal is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.423g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cinnamon roll is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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