Pop tarts vs. Pound cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pop tarts and pound cake?
- Pop tarts are richer in vitamin B6, iron, vitamin A, vitamin B3, copper, and vitamin B1, yet pound cake is richer in vitamin B12 and vitamin B5.
- Pop tarts' daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 26% higher.
- Pop tarts have 4 times more vitamin A than pound cake. Pop tarts have 962IU of vitamin A, while pound cake has 241IU.
- Pop tarts contain less saturated fat.
- Pound cake has a lower glycemic index than pop tarts.
We used Toaster Pastries, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S POP TARTS, Blueberry and Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) types in this comparison.
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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 IronIron | +136.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +257.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +195.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +95.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +56.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +59.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +312.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +67.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +32.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +135.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +955.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +90.5% |
| 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 g
Fats:
13.96 g
Carbs:
53.64 g
Water:
25.87 g
Other:
1.53 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +27.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +107% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +28.6% |
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Protein
~5g
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Fats
~13.96g
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
4.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.419 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -58% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +115.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +40.7% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.38mg | 0.036mg | 26% |
| Iron | 3.5mg | 1.48mg | 25% |
| Vitamin A | 289µg | 70µg | 24% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 66mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.36µg | 15% |
| Threonine | 153mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.8mg | 1.615mg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 2.02g | 4.811g | 13% |
| Choline | 65.6mg | 12% | |
| Copper | 0.15mg | 0.042mg | 12% |
| Folate | 80µg | 42µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.29mg | 0.173mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.485mg | 10% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 9% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.5g | 3.02g | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.81g | 3.419g | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.27mg | 0.43mg | 8% |
| Starch | 17.36g | 7% | |
| Phosphorus | 88mg | 140mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.33mg | 0.249mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.11mg | 5% | |
| Carbs | 68.41g | 53.64g | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.65mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 34IU | 4% | |
| Calories | 412kcal | 353kcal | 3% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 149mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 0.6g | 2% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 47mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 398mg | 377mg | 1% |
| Protein | 4.6g | 5g | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Fats | 13.3g | 13.96g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 67.31g | 53.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 30.9g | 33.36g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.192g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.204mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.397mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.198mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.239mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.249mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.117mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.372g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.895g | N/A |
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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
36%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pound cake contains less Sodium (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pound cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pop tarts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pop tarts is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.46g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pop tarts is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.791g)
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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