Pound cake vs. Steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between pound cake and steak?
- Pound cake is higher in folate and vitamin B1, yet steak is higher in vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, and iron.
- Steak's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 77% more.
- Pound cake has 7 times more folate than steak. While pound cake has 42µg of folate, steak has only 6µg.
- The amount of sodium in steak is lower.
- The glycemic index of steak is lower.
We used Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) and Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip off, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled 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 CalciumCalcium | +291.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +187.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +87.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +62.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +102.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1374.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +16.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -84.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +536% |
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 | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +133.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +600% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +20.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +218.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1288.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +511.1% |
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:
24.85 g
Fats:
19.02 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
55.59 g
Other:
0.54 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +183.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +397% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +36.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +114.9% |
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
8.443 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.171 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.896 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -43% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +281.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +203.7% |
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 | 2.2µg | 77% |
| Zinc | 0.43mg | 6.34mg | 54% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 31.8µg | 49% |
| Protein | 5g | 24.85g | 40% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.036mg | 0.5mg | 36% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.615mg | 5.149mg | 22% |
| Carbs | 53.64g | 0g | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.419g | 0.896g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 4.811g | 8.443g | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.02g | 9.171g | 15% |
| Sodium | 377mg | 58mg | 14% |
| Threonine | 153mg | 1.171mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1.48mg | 2.4mg | 12% |
| Choline | 65.6mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 10% | |
| Folate | 42µg | 6µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.173mg | 0.074mg | 8% |
| Fats | 13.96g | 19.02g | 8% |
| Starch | 17.36g | 7% | |
| Vitamin A | 70µg | 7µg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.11mg | 5% | |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.085mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.249mg | 0.301mg | 4% |
| Calories | 353kcal | 271kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 0.1µg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.65mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 149mg | 279mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 12mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 23mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 34IU | 6IU | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 78mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 140mg | 163mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 0g | 2% |
| Net carbs | 53.04g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 33.36g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1.6µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.192g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0.278mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.204mg | 1.157mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.397mg | 2.142mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.198mg | 2.38mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0.672mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.239mg | 0.997mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.249mg | 1.242mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.117mg | 0.931mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.372g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | 0.013g | 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%
45%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Steak contains less Sodium (difference - 319mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Steak is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pound cake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pound cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.632g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pound cake is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pound cake is relatively richer in vitamins