Pumpkin pie vs. Doughnuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between pumpkin pie and doughnuts
- Pumpkin pie is richer in vitamin A and vitamin B12, yet doughnuts are richer in phosphorus, iron, vitamin B1, folate, vitamin B2, and vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin A for pumpkin pie is 49% higher.
- Pumpkin pie contains 6 times more vitamin B12 than doughnuts. Pumpkin pie contains 0.35µg of vitamin B12, while doughnuts contain 0.06µg.
- Pumpkin pie contains less sodium.
- Pumpkin pie has a lower glycemic index than doughnuts.
Food types used in this article are Pie, pumpkin, commercially prepared and Doughnuts, cake-type, plain (includes unsugared, old-fashioned).
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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 | +60% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +24.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +64.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -49.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +21.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +181.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +28.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +221% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +46.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +87% |
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 | +11100% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +19.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +26% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +483.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +34.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +161.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +120.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +142.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +162.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +253.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.9 g
Fats:
9.75 g
Carbs:
34.83 g
Water:
50.39 g
Other:
1.13 g
Protein:
5.31 g
Fats:
24.93 g
Carbs:
47.06 g
Water:
20.82 g
Other:
1.88 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +142% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +36.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +155.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +35.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +66.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.988 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.6 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.77 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
11.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.544 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.915 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -82.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +85.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +121.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
10.73 g
Sucrose:
9.3 g
Glucose:
3.78 g
Fructose:
2.85 g
Lactose:
2 g
Maltose:
0.95 g
Galactose:
0.01 g
Starch:
25.91 g
Sucrose:
16.02 g
Glucose:
0.67 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0.93 g
Maltose:
0.54 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +464.2% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +115.1% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +75.9% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +141.5% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +72.3% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 448µg | 4µg | 49% |
| Saturated fat | 1.988g | 11.105g | 41% |
| Phosphorus | 81mg | 260mg | 26% |
| Fats | 9.75g | 24.93g | 23% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 2.53mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.177mg | 0.39mg | 18% |
| Folate | 26µg | 92µg | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.77g | 3.915g | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.124mg | 0.301mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.35µg | 0.06µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.107mg | 2.91mg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.6g | 8.544g | 10% |
| Sodium | 239mg | 477mg | 10% |
| Calories | 243kcal | 434kcal | 10% |
| Selenium | 5.4µg | 10.1µg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 0.76mg | 1.99mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.148mg | 0.09mg | 6% |
| Starch | 10.73g | 25.91g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 10mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.227mg | 0.333mg | 5% |
| Fructose | 2.85g | 0g | 4% |
| Carbs | 34.83g | 47.06g | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 13.2µg | 9.8µg | 3% |
| Protein | 3.9g | 5.31g | 3% |
| Calcium | 64mg | 40mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.452mg | 0.377mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 17mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.39mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.063mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 167mg | 134mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 33.03g | 45.36g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 18.88g | 18.15g | N/A |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 1.7g | 0% |
| Choline | 37.5mg | 37.3mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.048mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.154mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.158mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.297mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.192mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.249mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.175mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.211mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.088mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.239g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.017g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.573g | 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
32%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pumpkin pie contains less Sodium (difference - 238mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pumpkin pie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.117g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pumpkin pie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Doughnuts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Doughnuts is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.73g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Doughnuts is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.