Pound cake vs. Sweet potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between pound cake and sweet potato?
- Pound cake is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B2, phosphorus, and iron, yet sweet potato is higher in vitamin A, vitamin B6, and copper.
- Sweet potato's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 279% more.
- The glycemic index of pound cake is lower.
We used Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) and Sweet potato, raw, unprepared 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 | +56.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +142.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +43.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +197.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +733.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +212.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +126.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +259.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +134.5% |
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 EVitamin E | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +121.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +308.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +189.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +281.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +433.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +912.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +64.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +480.6% |
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:
1.57 g
Fats:
0.05 g
Carbs:
20.12 g
Water:
77.28 g
Other:
0.98 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +218.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +27820% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +166.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +56.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +198.7% |
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
0.018 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.001 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.014 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +301900% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +24321.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.6% |
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:
12.65 g
Sucrose:
2.52 g
Glucose:
0.96 g
Fructose:
0.7 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +37.2% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +1117.5% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +28% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +112.1% |
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Galactose
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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 |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 70µg | 709µg | 71% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.419g | 0.014g | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 4.811g | 0.018g | 22% |
| Fats | 13.96g | 0.05g | 21% |
| Threonine | 153mg | 0.083mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.36µg | 0µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.249mg | 0.061mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 377mg | 55mg | 14% |
| Calories | 353kcal | 86kcal | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 140mg | 47mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.036mg | 0.209mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.151mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1.48mg | 0.61mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 53.64g | 20.12g | 11% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 3g | 10% |
| Choline | 65.6mg | 12.3mg | 10% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 0.6µg | 8% |
| Folate | 42µg | 11µg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.02g | 0.001g | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.173mg | 0.078mg | 8% |
| Protein | 5g | 1.57g | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.615mg | 0.557mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 0.8mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.11mg | 0.258mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 149mg | 337mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 25mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 34IU | 0IU | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.65mg | 0.26mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.4mg | 3% |
| Starch | 17.36g | 12.65g | 2% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 30mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.43mg | 0.3mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 53.04g | 17.12g | N/A |
| Sugar | 33.36g | 4.18g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1.8µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.192g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0.031mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.204mg | 0.055mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.397mg | 0.092mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.198mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0.029mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.239mg | 0.089mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.249mg | 0.086mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.117mg | 0.031mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 0.7g | 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%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
20%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sweet potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sweet potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 29.18g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sweet potato contains less Sodium (difference - 322mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sweet potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.793g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pound cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food is cheaper?
Pound cake is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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