Pound cake vs. Balsamic vinegar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are pound cake and balsamic vinegar different?
- Pound cake has more phosphorus and iron than balsamic vinegar.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for pound cake is 24% higher.
- Pound cake contains 16 times more sodium than balsamic vinegar. While pound cake contains 377mg of sodium, balsamic vinegar contains only 23mg.
- Balsamic vinegar has less saturated fat.
Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) and Vinegar, balsamic are the varieties used 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 CalciumCalcium | +74.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +33% |
| Contains more IronIron | +105.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +61.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +437.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +636.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +19.1% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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:
0.49 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
17.03 g
Water:
76.45 g
Other:
6.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +920.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +215% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +195.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +294.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
17.36 g
Sucrose:
30.68 g
Glucose:
0.75 g
Fructose:
0.33 g
Lactose:
1.27 g
Maltose:
0.33 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
7.57 g
Fructose:
7.38 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +909.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +2136.4% |
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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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.419g | 23% | |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 22% | |
| Saturated fat | 4.811g | 0g | 22% |
| Fats | 13.96g | 0g | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.249mg | 19% | |
| Phosphorus | 140mg | 19mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.36µg | 15% | |
| Threonine | 153mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 377mg | 23mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.173mg | 14% | |
| Calories | 353kcal | 88kcal | 13% |
| Carbs | 53.64g | 17.03g | 12% |
| Choline | 65.6mg | 12% | |
| Folate | 42µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.48mg | 0.72mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.615mg | 10% | |
| Protein | 5g | 0.49g | 9% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 9% | |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 7.38g | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.02g | 8% | |
| Vitamin A | 70µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Starch | 17.36g | 7% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.65mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 34IU | 4% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.036mg | 3% | |
| Zinc | 0.43mg | 0.08mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.026mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 2% | |
| Calcium | 47mg | 27mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.11mg | 0.131mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 149mg | 112mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 12mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 53.04g | 17.03g | N/A |
| Sugar | 33.36g | 14.95g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.192g | 0g | 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% | |
| 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pound cake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Pound cake is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pound cake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.41g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 354mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.811g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Balsamic vinegar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)