Paratha vs. Carrot cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are paratha and carrot cake different?
- Paratha is richer in manganese and copper, while carrot cake is higher in vitamin A, phosphorus, calcium, folate, selenium, vitamin B1, and vitamin B2.
- Carrot cake covers your daily need for vitamin A, 38% more than paratha.
- Paratha contains 4 times more saturated fat than carrot cake. Paratha contains 5.826g of saturated fat, while carrot cake contains 1.472g.
- Paratha has a higher glycemic index (53) than carrot cake (37).
Bread, paratha, whole wheat, commercially prepared, frozen and Cake, pudding-type, carrot, dry mix types were 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 | +362.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +192% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +310% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -20.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +99.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +588% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +21.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +11.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +105.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +109.9% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +58.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +4750% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +140.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +123.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +20.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +570% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.36 g
Fats:
13.2 g
Carbs:
45.35 g
Water:
33.5 g
Other:
1.59 g
Protein:
5.1 g
Fats:
9.8 g
Carbs:
79.2 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +34.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +830.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +74.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +44.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.826 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.837 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.484 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.472 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.036 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.702 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -74.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +49% |
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Monounsaturated fat
~4.036g
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 9.6g | 38% | |
| Manganese | 1.054mg | 0.528mg | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 5.826g | 1.472g | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 120mg | 247mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 172mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 7.1µg | 14.9µg | 14% |
| Folate | 10µg | 67µg | 14% |
| Starch | 31.5g | 13% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.265mg | 13% |
| Carbs | 45.35g | 79.2g | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 97µg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.146mg | 0.05mg | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 1.35mg | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.484g | 3.702g | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.076mg | 0.17mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 8mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.82mg | 0.2mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 452mg | 567mg | 5% |
| Fats | 13.2g | 9.8g | 5% |
| Calories | 326kcal | 415kcal | 4% |
| Protein | 6.36g | 5.1g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 3.4µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.465mg | 0.294mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.83mg | 2.205mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.61mg | 1.8mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.04µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 139mg | 169mg | 1% |
| Choline | 6.3mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.2mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 35.75g | 79.2g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.15g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.079mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | N/A | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.837g | 4.036g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.061mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.149mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.186mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.336mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.142mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.083mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.238mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.212mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.109mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.35g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.064g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.386g | 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
13%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Paratha contains less Sodium (difference - 115mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Carrot cake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Carrot cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.15g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Carrot cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.354g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Carrot cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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