Pound cake vs. Lasagne — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between pound cake and lasagne?
- Pound cake is higher in vitamin B2, iron, vitamin B1, choline, and vitamin D, yet lasagne is higher in selenium, vitamin B6, and copper.
- Lasagne's daily need coverage for selenium is 20% more.
- Pound cake has 34 times more vitamin D than lasagne. While pound cake has 34IU of vitamin D, lasagne has only 1IU.
- The amount of cholesterol in lasagne is lower.
- The glycemic index of lasagne is lower.
We used Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) and Lasagna with meat sauce, frozen, prepared 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 IronIron | +108.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +21.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +150% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +87.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +31.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +114.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +102.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +75.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +218% |
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 | +70.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +147.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +236.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +50.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +75% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +182.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +30.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +238.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +311.8% |
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:
7.28 g
Fats:
4.92 g
Carbs:
15.36 g
Water:
70.87 g
Other:
1.57 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +183.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +249.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +45.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +173.9% |
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Other
~1.57g
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
2.348 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.758 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.433 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +71.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +689.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -51.2% |
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:
9.83 g
Sucrose:
0.54 g
Glucose:
0.93 g
Fructose:
1.04 g
Lactose:
0.6 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +76.6% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +5581.5% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +111.7% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +24% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +215.2% |
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.419g | 0.433g | 20% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 15.9µg | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 17mg | 16% |
| Threonine | 153mg | 0.219mg | 15% |
| Fats | 13.96g | 4.92g | 14% |
| Carbs | 53.64g | 15.36g | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.249mg | 0.074mg | 13% |
| Calories | 353kcal | 135kcal | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 4.811g | 2.348g | 11% |
| Iron | 1.48mg | 0.71mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.173mg | 0.07mg | 9% |
| Choline | 65.6mg | 23.2mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.036mg | 0.122mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.09mg | 5% |
| Folate | 42µg | 24µg | 5% |
| Protein | 5g | 7.28g | 5% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 88mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 1.7g | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.43mg | 0.87mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 140mg | 115mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 7µg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.11mg | 0.193mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 34IU | 1IU | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.02g | 1.758g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 0.323mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 70µg | 41µg | 3% |
| Starch | 17.36g | 9.83g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 20mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.5mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.615mg | 1.528mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 1.04g | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.36µg | 0.33µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 149mg | 196mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.65mg | 0.85mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 53.04g | 13.66g | N/A |
| Sugar | 33.36g | 3.11g | N/A |
| Sodium | 377mg | 373mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.192g | 0.196g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0.085mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.204mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.397mg | 0.578mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.198mg | 0.486mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0.164mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.239mg | 0.329mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.249mg | 0.285mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.117mg | 0.183mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.372g | 0.026g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.895g | 0.322g | 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
26%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Pound cake is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pound cake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lasagne is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 49mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lasagne is lower in Sugar (difference - 30.25g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lasagne contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lasagne is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.463g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lasagne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 26)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lasagne is relatively richer in minerals