Pop tarts vs. Chocolate cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Pop tarts and Chocolate cake?
- Pop tarts are higher in Vitamin B6, Iron, Vitamin B3, Folate, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin B2, yet Chocolate cake is higher in Vitamin B12, and Copper.
- Pop tarts' daily need coverage for Vitamin B6 is 26% more.
- Pop tarts have 3 times more Vitamin B3 than Chocolate cake. While Pop tarts have 3.8mg of Vitamin B3, Chocolate cake has only 1.137mg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Pop tarts are lower.
We used Toaster Pastries, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S POP TARTS, Blueberry and Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting 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 | +100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +150% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +47.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +38% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +20.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -20.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +587.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +105.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +54.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +234.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +826.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +196.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
13.3 g
Carbs:
68.41 g
Water:
12.5 g
Other:
1.19 g
Protein:
5.3 g
Fats:
15.1 g
Carbs:
53.4 g
Water:
24.4 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +28.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +13.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +95.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +51.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.02 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.5 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.81 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
5.43 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.039 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.761 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -62.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +74.2% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~6.039g
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 412kcal | 371kcal |
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| Protein | 4.6g | 5.3g |
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| Fats | 13.3g | 15.1g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg |
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| Net carbs | 67.31g | 51.8g |
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| Carbs | 68.41g | 53.4g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 58mg |
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| Magnesium | 16mg | 32mg |
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| Calcium | 24mg | 60mg |
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| Potassium | 95mg | 140mg |
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| Iron | 3.5mg | 1.61mg |
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| Sugar | 30.9g |
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| Fiber | 1.1g | 1.6g |
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| Copper | 0.15mg | 0.207mg |
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| Zinc | 1.27mg | 0.69mg |
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| Phosphorus | 88mg | 106mg |
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| Sodium | 398mg | 315mg |
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| Vitamin A | 962IU | 140IU |
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| Vitamin A | 289µg |
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| Manganese | 0.28mg |
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| Selenium | 11.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.29mg | 0.141mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.33mg | 0.213mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.8mg | 1.137mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.304mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.38mg | 0.041mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg |
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| Folate | 80µg | 27µg |
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| Choline | 128.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.02g | 5.43g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.5g | 6.039g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.81g | 2.761g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.068mg |
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| Threonine | 0.202mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.24mg |
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| Leucine | 0.407mg |
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| Lysine | 0.268mg |
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| Methionine | 0.116mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.265mg |
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| Valine | 0.283mg |
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| Histidine | 0.12mg |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
39%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pop tarts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 58mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pop tarts is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.41g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 30.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate cake contains less Sodium (difference - 83mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 29)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate cake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.