Pound cake vs. Tostada shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between Pound cake and Tostada shells
- Pound cake has more Vitamin B2, however, Tostada shells are richer in Vitamin B6, Fiber, Magnesium, Vitamin B1, Copper, Manganese, and Phosphorus.
- Tostada shells' daily need coverage for Vitamin B6 is 25% more.
- Pound cake contains 3 times more Vitamin B2 than Tostada shells. Pound cake contains 0.249mg of Vitamin B2, while Tostada shells contain 0.094mg.
- Pound cake contains less Saturated Fat.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) and Tostada shells, corn.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -42.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +127.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +850% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +61.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +59.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +252.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +186% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +45% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +230% |
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 | +164.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +153.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +104% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +908.3% |
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:
6.15 g
Fats:
23.38 g
Carbs:
64.43 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
2.72 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +679.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +67.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +20.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +77.8% |
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
7.011 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.217 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.285 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -31.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +139% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +142.3% |
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:
55.4 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +219.1% |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 353kcal | 474kcal |
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| Protein | 5g | 6.15g |
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| Fats | 13.96g | 23.38g |
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| Net carbs | 53.04g | 58.63g |
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| Carbs | 53.64g | 64.43g |
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| Cholesterol | 66mg |
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| Vitamin D | 34IU |
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| Magnesium | 8mg | 76mg |
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| Calcium | 47mg | 76mg |
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| Potassium | 149mg | 237mg |
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| Iron | 1.48mg | 1.53mg |
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| Sugar | 33.36g |
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| Fiber | 0.6g | 5.8g |
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| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.148mg |
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| Zinc | 0.43mg | 1.23mg |
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| Starch | 17.36g | 55.4g |
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| Phosphorus | 140mg | 203mg |
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| Sodium | 377mg | 657mg |
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| Vitamin A | 241IU |
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| Vitamin A | 70µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.65mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.8µg |
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| Manganese | 0.11mg | 0.363mg |
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| Selenium | 5µg | 2.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.173mg | 0.353mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.249mg | 0.094mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.615mg | 1.553mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 0.191mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.036mg | 0.363mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.36µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.7µg |
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| Folate | 42µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.192g | 0.163g |
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| Choline | 65.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.811g | 7.011g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.02g | 7.217g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.419g | 8.285g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.041mg |
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| Threonine | 153mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.204mg |
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| Leucine | 0.397mg |
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| Lysine | 0.198mg |
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| Methionine | 0.117mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.239mg |
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| Valine | 0.249mg |
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| Histidine | 0.117mg |
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| Fructose | 0.33g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.372g | 0.124g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.895g |
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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%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tostada shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tostada shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.36g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tostada shells is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tostada shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pound cake contains less Sodium (difference - 280mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pound cake is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.2g)
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 ($)