Pound cake vs. Spread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between pound cake and spread
- Pound cake has more phosphorus, folate, vitamin B2, and iron, while spread has more vitamin B12, copper, selenium, and vitamin E.
- Spread covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 32% more than pound cake.
- Pound cake contains 21 times more folate than spread. While pound cake contains 42µg of folate, spread contains only 2µg.
- The amount of cholesterol in spread is lower.
- Spread has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of spread is 0, while the glycemic index of pound cake is 54.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) and Sandwich spread, pork, beef.
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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 | +291.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +35.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +87.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +137.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -62.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +323.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +209.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +137.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +94% |
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 | +169.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +85.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +12.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2000% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +167.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +211.1% |
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:
7.66 g
Fats:
17.34 g
Carbs:
11.94 g
Water:
60.28 g
Other:
2.78 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +349.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +53.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +24.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +133% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +81.7% |
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
5.977 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.584 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.565 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -19.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +33.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +151.1% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.36µg | 1.12µg | 32% |
| Sodium | 377mg | 1013mg | 28% |
| Threonine | 153mg | 0.334mg | 15% |
| Carbs | 53.64g | 11.94g | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 140mg | 59mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.02g | 7.584g | 11% |
| Folate | 42µg | 2µg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.13mg | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 38mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.249mg | 0.134mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1.48mg | 0.79mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 9.7µg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 0.65mg | 1.74mg | 7% |
| Starch | 17.36g | 7% | |
| Calories | 353kcal | 235kcal | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.419g | 2.565g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.036mg | 0.12mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.43mg | 1.02mg | 5% |
| Fats | 13.96g | 17.34g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 70µg | 26µg | 5% |
| Protein | 5g | 7.66g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 4.811g | 5.977g | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.11mg | 0.026mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 12mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 0.2g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 34IU | 22IU | 2% |
| Choline | 65.6mg | 62.3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 0.6µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 149mg | 110mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.615mg | 1.73mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 0.43mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 53.04g | 11.74g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 33.36g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.173mg | 0.172mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1.6µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.192g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0.082mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.204mg | 0.334mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.397mg | 0.6mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.198mg | 0.663mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0.196mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.239mg | 0.301mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.249mg | 0.356mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.117mg | 0.279mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 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 | 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%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Spread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spread is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.36g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Spread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pound cake contains less Sodium (difference - 636mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pound cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.166g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pound cake is relatively richer in vitamins
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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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.