Pound cake vs. Popovers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are pound cake and popovers different?
- Pound cake is higher in vitamin B12; however, popovers are richer in selenium, manganese, folate, vitamin B1, iron, and copper.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for popovers is 59% higher.
Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) and Popovers, dry mix, enriched 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 | +46.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +49% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -58.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +212.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +100.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +307.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +104.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +573.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +652% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +69.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +350% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +148.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +109.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +245.2% |
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:
10.4 g
Fats:
4.3 g
Carbs:
71 g
Water:
11.7 g
Other:
2.6 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +224.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +121.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +108% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +32.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +69.9% |
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
0.983 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.984 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.823 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +52.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +315.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -79.6% |
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 Sugar |
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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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| Selenium | 5µg | 37.6µg | 59% |
| Manganese | 0.11mg | 0.741mg | 27% |
| Folate | 42µg | 145µg | 26% |
| Sodium | 377mg | 906mg | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.173mg | 0.43mg | 21% |
| Iron | 1.48mg | 2.97mg | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 4.811g | 0.983g | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.419g | 0.823g | 17% |
| Threonine | 153mg | 0.293mg | 15% |
| Fats | 13.96g | 4.3g | 15% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.171mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.36µg | 0.08µg | 12% |
| Choline | 65.6mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.615mg | 3.378mg | 11% |
| Protein | 5g | 10.4g | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 70µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.249mg | 0.147mg | 8% |
| Starch | 17.36g | 7% | |
| Phosphorus | 140mg | 100mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 53.64g | 71g | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.65mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 4% | |
| Zinc | 0.43mg | 0.88mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 25mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 34IU | 4% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.02g | 1.984g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 2% | |
| Calcium | 47mg | 32mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 149mg | 100mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Calories | 353kcal | 371kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 53.04g | 71g | N/A |
| Sugar | 33.36g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 0.48mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.036mg | 0.042mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.192g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0.123mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.204mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.397mg | 0.747mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.198mg | 0.249mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0.191mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.239mg | 0.517mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.249mg | 0.458mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.117mg | 0.229mg | 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 |
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%
28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
69%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pound cake contains less Sodium (difference - 529mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Popovers is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Popovers is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.36g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Popovers is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.828g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Popovers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Popovers 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.