Pound cake vs. Ostrich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pound cake and ostrich?
- Pound cake has less vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, vitamin B5, iron, and phosphorus than ostrich.
- Ostrich's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 245% higher.
- Pound cake has 5 times more saturated fat than ostrich. Pound cake has 4.811g of saturated fat, while ostrich has 1g.
- Ostrich has a lower glycemic index than pound cake.
We used Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) and Ostrich, tip trimmed, cooked 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 CalciumCalcium | +683.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +478.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +212.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +143% |
| Contains more IronIron | +88.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +261.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1027.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +79.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -78.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +650% |
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 | +182.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +180% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +34.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +17.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +342.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +171.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1413.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1636.1% |
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:
28.49 g
Fats:
2.57 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
68.51 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +443.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +255.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +469.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +164.8% |
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
1 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.97 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.44 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +211.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +677% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -79.2% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.36µg | 6.25µg | 245% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 37.5µg | 59% |
| Protein | 5g | 28.49g | 47% |
| Zinc | 0.43mg | 4.85mg | 40% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.036mg | 0.545mg | 39% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.615mg | 7.143mg | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.419g | 0.44g | 20% |
| Carbs | 53.64g | 0g | 18% |
| Fats | 13.96g | 2.57g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 4.811g | 1g | 17% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 1.318mg | 17% |
| Iron | 1.48mg | 2.79mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 140mg | 251mg | 16% |
| Threonine | 153mg | 1.25mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 377mg | 80mg | 13% |
| Choline | 65.6mg | 12% | |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.152mg | 12% |
| Calories | 353kcal | 145kcal | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 70µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Starch | 17.36g | 7% | |
| Folate | 42µg | 15µg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 85mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 149mg | 362mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.173mg | 0.232mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.02g | 0.97g | 5% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 6mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.11mg | 0.019mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 25mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 34IU | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.249mg | 0.292mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.65mg | 0.23mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 0g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 53.04g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 33.36g | 0g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.192g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0.254mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.204mg | 1.354mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.397mg | 2.315mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.198mg | 2.516mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0.796mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.239mg | 1.176mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.249mg | 1.407mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.117mg | 0.716mg | 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
26%
97%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
66%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pound cake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 19mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ostrich is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ostrich contains less Sodium (difference - 297mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Ostrich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.811g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ostrich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ostrich 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.