Pizza vs. Cauliflower — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between pizza and cauliflower
- Pizza is richer in selenium, vitamin B1, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B3, vitamin B12, and calcium, yet cauliflower is richer in vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for cauliflower is 52% higher.
- Cauliflower contains less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Fast Food, Pizza Chain, 14" pizza, cheese topping, regular crust and Cauliflower, raw.
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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 | +60% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +754.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +490.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +169.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +396.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +390.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +132.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3216.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +73.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95% |
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 | +937.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +680% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +225% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +654.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +63.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +3342.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +130% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +131.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +170.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.39 g
Fats:
9.69 g
Carbs:
33.33 g
Water:
43.17 g
Other:
2.42 g
Protein:
1.92 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
4.97 g
Water:
92.07 g
Other:
0.76 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +493.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3360.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +570.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +218.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +113.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.465 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.608 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.681 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.13 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.034 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.031 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +7570.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5322.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
26.95 g
Sucrose:
0.2 g
Glucose:
0.78 g
Fructose:
1 g
Lactose:
0.42 g
Maltose:
1.05 g
Galactose:
0.13 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.94 g
Fructose:
0.97 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +20.5% |
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Fructose
~0.97g
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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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 1.4mg | 48.2mg | 52% |
| Selenium | 19.9µg | 0.6µg | 35% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.39mg | 0.05mg | 28% |
| Iron | 2.48mg | 0.42mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 598mg | 30mg | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 216mg | 44mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.825mg | 0.507mg | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 4.465g | 0.13g | 20% |
| Protein | 11.39g | 1.92g | 19% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.42µg | 0µg | 18% |
| Calcium | 188mg | 22mg | 17% |
| Fats | 9.69g | 0.28g | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.667mg | 13% | |
| Calories | 266kcal | 25kcal | 12% |
| Starch | 26.95g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.681g | 0.031g | 11% |
| Zinc | 1.34mg | 0.27mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.06mg | 10% |
| Folate | 93µg | 57µg | 9% |
| Carbs | 33.33g | 4.97g | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.36mg | 0.155mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.184mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 69µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.105mg | 0.039mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 6.7µg | 15.5µg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.608g | 0.034g | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.83mg | 0.08mg | 5% |
| Choline | 16.4mg | 44.3mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 172mg | 299mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 15mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 2g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 31.03g | 2.97g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.58g | 1.91g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.241g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.41mg | 0.076mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.564mg | 0.071mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.139mg | 0.106mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.77mg | 0.217mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.264mg | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.664mg | 0.065mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.72mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.355mg | 0.056mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 1g | 0.97g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.175g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.367g | 0.013g | 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
33%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pizza is lower in glycemic index (difference - 60)
Which food is cheaper?
Pizza is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pizza is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cauliflower is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cauliflower is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.67g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cauliflower contains less Sodium (difference - 568mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cauliflower is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.335g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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