Pineapple cake vs. Pop tarts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between pineapple cake and pop tarts
- Pineapple cake is higher in vitamin B1 and calcium, yet pop tarts are higher in vitamin B6, iron, vitamin A, vitamin B3, folate, vitamin B2, and zinc.
- Pineapple cake covers your daily vitamin B1 needs 12726% more than pop tarts.
- The amount of cholesterol in pop tarts is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Cake, pineapple upside-down, prepared from recipe and Toaster Pastries, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S POP TARTS, Blueberry.
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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 | +400% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +17.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -19.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +23.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +136.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +72.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +309.7% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +52658.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +280.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +111.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +219.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1017.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +207.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.5 g
Fats:
12.1 g
Carbs:
50.5 g
Water:
32.3 g
Other:
1.6 g
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
13.3 g
Carbs:
68.41 g
Water:
12.5 g
Other:
1.19 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +158.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +34.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +31.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +35.5% |
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Fats
~13.3g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.915 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.194 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.282 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.02 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.5 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.81 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -30.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +25.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +46.6% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 319kcal | 412kcal |
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| Protein | 3.5g | 4.6g |
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| Fats | 12.1g | 13.3g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 49.7g | 67.31g |
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| Carbs | 50.5g | 68.41g |
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| Cholesterol | 22mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 13mg | 16mg |
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| Calcium | 120mg | 24mg |
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| Potassium | 112mg | 95mg |
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| Iron | 1.48mg | 3.5mg |
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| Sugar | 30.9g |
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| Fiber | 0.8g | 1.1g |
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| Copper | 0.087mg | 0.15mg |
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| Zinc | 0.31mg | 1.27mg |
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| Phosphorus | 82mg | 88mg |
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| Sodium | 319mg | 398mg |
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| Vitamin A | 253IU | 962IU |
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| Vitamin A | 62µg | 289µg |
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| Manganese | 0.35mg |
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| Selenium | 9.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 153mg | 0.29mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.156mg | 0.33mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.19mg | 3.8mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.202mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 26µg | 80µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.915g | 2.02g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.194g | 6.5g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.282g | 4.81g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.043mg |
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| Threonine | 0.117mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.147mg |
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| Leucine | 0.264mg |
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| Lysine | 0.143mg |
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| Methionine | 0.074mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.173mg |
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| Valine | 0.167mg |
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| Histidine | 0.081mg |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g |
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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
2952%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pop tarts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pop tarts is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.895g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pineapple cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 30.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pineapple cake contains less Sodium (difference - 79mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pineapple cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
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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