Pound cake vs. Pumpkin pie — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pound cake and pumpkin pie?
- Pound cake is richer in vitamin B2, phosphorus, iron, and vitamin D, yet pumpkin pie is richer in vitamin A, copper, and vitamin K.
- Pumpkin pie's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 64% higher.
- Pound cake has 17 times more vitamin D than pumpkin pie. Pound cake has 34IU of vitamin D, while pumpkin pie has 2IU.
- Pumpkin pie contains less cholesterol.
We used Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) and Pie, pumpkin, commercially prepared 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 IronIron | +64.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +72.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +75% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +36.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +12.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +252.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -36.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +106.4% |
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 DVitamin D | +700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +100.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +45.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +61.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +74.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +540% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +16.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +75% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +676.5% |
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:
3.9 g
Fats:
9.75 g
Carbs:
34.83 g
Water:
50.39 g
Other:
1.13 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +28.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +43.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +54% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +35.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +94.8% |
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
1.988 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.6 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.77 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +93.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -58.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +52.3% |
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:
10.73 g
Sucrose:
9.3 g
Glucose:
3.78 g
Fructose:
2.85 g
Lactose:
2 g
Maltose:
0.95 g
Galactose:
0.01 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +61.8% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +229.9% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +404% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +763.6% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +57.5% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +187.9% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 70µg | 448µg | 42% |
| Threonine | 153mg | 0.154mg | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 4.811g | 1.988g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 26mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.148mg | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.419g | 1.77g | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.249mg | 0.124mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 13.2µg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 140mg | 81mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.48mg | 0.9mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 377mg | 239mg | 6% |
| Calories | 353kcal | 243kcal | 6% |
| Fats | 13.96g | 9.75g | 6% |
| Carbs | 53.64g | 34.83g | 6% |
| Choline | 65.6mg | 37.5mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.11mg | 0.227mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 1.8g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.02g | 4.6g | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 34IU | 2IU | 4% |
| Folate | 42µg | 26µg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 0.1µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.615mg | 1.107mg | 3% |
| Starch | 17.36g | 10.73g | 3% |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 2.85g | 3% |
| Protein | 5g | 3.9g | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.036mg | 0.063mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 64mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 0.452mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 5.4µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.65mg | 0.76mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 149mg | 167mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 14mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 53.04g | 33.03g | N/A |
| Sugar | 33.36g | 18.88g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.43mg | 0.39mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.173mg | 0.177mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.36µg | 0.35µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.192g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0.048mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.204mg | 0.158mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.397mg | 0.297mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.198mg | 0.192mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0.249mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.239mg | 0.175mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.249mg | 0.211mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.117mg | 0.088mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.372g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | 0g | 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 | 0g | 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%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pumpkin pie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 40mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pumpkin pie is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.48g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pumpkin pie contains less Sodium (difference - 138mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pumpkin pie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.823g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pound cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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