Pomelo vs. Pound cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between pomelo and pound cake
- Pomelo has more vitamin C; however, pound cake is higher in phosphorus, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B1,2, vitamin B1, and vitamin B3.
- Pomelo covers your daily vitamin C needs 68% more than pound cake.
- Pomelo has less sodium.
- The glycemic index of pomelo is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Pummelo, raw and Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen).
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +45% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1075% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1245.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +437.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +723.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +547.1% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +408.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +822.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +634.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.76 g
Fats:
0.04 g
Carbs:
9.62 g
Water:
89.1 g
Other:
0.48 g
Protein:
5 g
Fats:
13.96 g
Carbs:
53.64 g
Water:
25.87 g
Other:
1.53 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +244.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +557.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +34800% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +457.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +218.8% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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DV% diff. |
| Vitamin C | 61mg | 0mg | 68% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.419g | 23% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 66mg | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 4.811g | 22% | |
| Fats | 0.04g | 13.96g | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 17mg | 140mg | 18% |
| Iron | 0.11mg | 1.48mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.027mg | 0.249mg | 17% |
| Calories | 38kcal | 353kcal | 16% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 377mg | 16% |
| Threonine | 153mg | 15% | |
| Carbs | 9.62g | 53.64g | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.36µg | 15% |
| Choline | 65.6mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.034mg | 0.173mg | 12% |
| Folate | 42µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 10% | |
| Selenium | 5µg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.22mg | 1.615mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 70µg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.02g | 8% | |
| Protein | 0.76g | 5g | 8% |
| Starch | 17.36g | 7% | |
| Calcium | 4mg | 47mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 34IU | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 4% | |
| Manganese | 0.017mg | 0.11mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.65mg | 4% | |
| Zinc | 0.08mg | 0.43mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 0.6g | 2% |
| Potassium | 216mg | 149mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.048mg | 0.042mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 8.62g | 53.04g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 33.36g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.036mg | 0.036mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.192g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.204mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.397mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.198mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.239mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.249mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.117mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.372g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | 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
18%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pound cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is cheaper?
Pound cake is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pound cake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pound cake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pomelo is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pomelo is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pomelo contains less Sodium (difference - 376mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pomelo is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.811g)