Oregano vs. Pound cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between oregano and pound cake?
- Oregano is richer than pound cake in vitamin K, iron, manganese, fiber, calcium, vitamin E, vitamin B6, copper, magnesium, and folate.
- Oregano's daily need coverage for vitamin K is 517% more.
- Oregano has 71 times more fiber than pound cake. While oregano has 42.5g of fiber, pound cake has only 0.6g.
- The glycemic index of oregano is lower.
We used Spices, oregano, dried and Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) 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 | +3275% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3297.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +745.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2386.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1407.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +525.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +4436.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +11.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +21.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2709.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +112% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +187.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +89.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2800% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +36470.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +464.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +103.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9 g
Fats:
4.28 g
Carbs:
68.92 g
Water:
9.93 g
Other:
7.87 g
Protein:
5 g
Fats:
13.96 g
Carbs:
53.64 g
Water:
25.87 g
Other:
1.53 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +80% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +28.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +414.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +226.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +160.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.551 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.716 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.369 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.419 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -67.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +321.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +149.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.91 g
Glucose:
1.9 g
Fructose:
1.13 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.15 g
Starch:
17.36 g
Sucrose:
30.68 g
Glucose:
0.75 g
Fructose:
0.33 g
Lactose:
1.27 g
Maltose:
0.33 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +153.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +242.4% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +3271.4% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 621.7µg | 1.7µg | 517% |
| Iron | 36.8mg | 1.48mg | 442% |
| Manganese | 4.99mg | 0.11mg | 212% |
| Fiber | 42.5g | 0.6g | 168% |
| Calcium | 1597mg | 47mg | 155% |
| Vitamin E | 18.26mg | 0.65mg | 117% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.044mg | 0.036mg | 78% |
| Copper | 0.633mg | 0.042mg | 66% |
| Magnesium | 270mg | 8mg | 62% |
| Folate | 237µg | 42µg | 49% |
| Potassium | 1260mg | 149mg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 66mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.528mg | 0.249mg | 21% |
| Zinc | 2.69mg | 0.43mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.64mg | 1.615mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 25mg | 377mg | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 1.551g | 4.811g | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.36µg | 15% |
| Threonine | 0.322mg | 153mg | 15% |
| Fats | 4.28g | 13.96g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.369g | 3.419g | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.921mg | 0.485mg | 9% |
| Protein | 9g | 5g | 8% |
| Starch | 17.36g | 7% | |
| Choline | 32.3mg | 65.6mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.716g | 3.02g | 6% |
| Carbs | 68.92g | 53.64g | 5% |
| Calories | 265kcal | 353kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.8µg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 34IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2.3mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 85µg | 70µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.13g | 0.33g | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 140mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 4.5µg | 5µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 26.42g | 53.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.09g | 33.36g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.177mg | 0.173mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.192g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.203mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.441mg | 0.204mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.78mg | 0.397mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.5mg | 0.198mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.127mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.449mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.585mg | 0.249mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.144mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.621g | 0.372g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.895g | 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
208%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
319%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Pound cake is cheaper (difference - $4.6)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Oregano is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Oregano is lower in Sugar (difference - 29.27g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Oregano contains less Sodium (difference - 352mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Oregano is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.26g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Oregano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 49)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Oregano is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Oregano is relatively richer in vitamins