Pound cake vs. Apple pie — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between pound cake and apple pie
- The amount of phosphorus, vitamin B12, folate, vitamin B5, and vitamin B2 in pound cake is higher than in apple pie.
- Pound cake covers your daily need for cholesterol 22% more than apple pie.
- The amount of cholesterol in apple pie is lower.
- Apple pie has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of apple pie is 41, while the glycemic index of pound cake is 54.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) and Pie, apple, commercially prepared, unenriched flour.
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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 | +14.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +327.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +129.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +22.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +168.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +483.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -29.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +65.5% |
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 | +94.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +29.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +57.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +43.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +307.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +3500% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +950% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5 g
Fats:
13.96 g
Carbs:
53.64 g
Water:
25.87 g
Other:
1.53 g
Protein:
1.9 g
Fats:
11 g
Carbs:
34 g
Water:
52.2 g
Other:
0.9 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +163.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +26.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +57.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +70% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +101.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.811 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.419 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.797 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.388 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.198 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +55.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -21.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +45.3% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 353kcal | 237kcal |
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| Protein | 5g | 1.9g |
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| Fats | 13.96g | 11g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 3.2mg |
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| Net carbs | 53.04g | 32.4g |
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| Carbs | 53.64g | 34g |
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| Cholesterol | 66mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin D | 34IU |
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| Magnesium | 8mg | 7mg |
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| Calcium | 47mg | 11mg |
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| Potassium | 149mg | 65mg |
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| Iron | 1.48mg | 1.21mg |
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| Sugar | 33.36g |
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| Fiber | 0.6g | 1.6g |
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| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.046mg |
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| Zinc | 0.43mg | 0.16mg |
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| Starch | 17.36g |
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| Phosphorus | 140mg | 24mg |
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| Sodium | 377mg | 266mg |
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| Vitamin A | 241IU | 124IU |
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| Vitamin A | 70µg | 29µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.65mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.8µg |
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| Manganese | 0.11mg | 0.182mg |
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| Selenium | 5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.173mg | 0.134mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.249mg | 0.158mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.615mg | 1.123mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 0.119mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.036mg | 0.038mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.36µg | 0.01µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.7µg |
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| Folate | 42µg | 4µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.192g |
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| Choline | 65.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.811g | 3.797g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.02g | 4.388g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.419g | 2.198g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0.026mg |
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| Threonine | 153mg | 0.054mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.204mg | 0.073mg |
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| Leucine | 0.397mg | 0.129mg |
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| Lysine | 0.198mg | 0.07mg |
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| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0.032mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.239mg | 0.088mg |
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| Valine | 0.249mg | 0.084mg |
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| Histidine | 0.117mg | 0.038mg |
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| Fructose | 0.33g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.372g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.895g |
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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
26%
10%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
15%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pound cake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pound cake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Apple pie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Apple pie is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Apple pie contains less Sodium (difference - 111mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Apple pie is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.014g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Apple pie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)