Semolina vs. Pound cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between semolina and pound cake?
- Semolina is richer in manganese, vitamin B6, selenium, copper, and vitamin B3, yet pound cake is richer in vitamin B2 and vitamin B12.
- Semolina's daily need coverage for manganese is 40% higher.
- Semolina has 13 times more vitamin B6 than pound cake. Semolina has 0.452mg of vitamin B6, while pound cake has 0.036mg.
- Semolina contains less saturated fat.
We used Rice, white, long-grain, parboiled, unenriched, dry and Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) types in this comparison.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +237.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +51.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +16.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +576.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +137.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +840.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +298% |
| Contains more IronIron | +100% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +29.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +212.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +38.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1155.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2066.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +398% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1600% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +425% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.51 g
Fats:
1.03 g
Carbs:
80.89 g
Water:
9.86 g
Other:
0.71 g
Protein:
5 g
Fats:
13.96 g
Carbs:
53.64 g
Water:
25.87 g
Other:
1.53 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +50.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +50.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1255.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +162.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +115.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.294 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.258 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.322 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.419 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1070.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +961.8% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
68.29 g
Sucrose:
0.21 g
Glucose:
0.11 g
Fructose:
0.02 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
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
| Contains more StarchStarch | +293.4% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +14509.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +581.8% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1550% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Galactose
~0g
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 1.035mg | 0.11mg | 40% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.452mg | 0.036mg | 32% |
| Selenium | 19.9µg | 5µg | 27% |
| Copper | 0.284mg | 0.042mg | 27% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 66mg | 22% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.322g | 3.419g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 0.294g | 4.811g | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.048mg | 1.615mg | 21% |
| Starch | 68.29g | 17.36g | 21% |
| Fats | 1.03g | 13.96g | 20% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 377mg | 16% |
| Threonine | 0.271mg | 153mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.36µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.249mg | 15% |
| Choline | 65.6mg | 12% | |
| Folate | 8µg | 42µg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.74mg | 1.48mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 80.89g | 53.64g | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 70µg | 8% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.258g | 3.02g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 0.6g | 5% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 8mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.02mg | 0.43mg | 5% |
| Protein | 7.51g | 5g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.672mg | 0.485mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.8µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.224mg | 0.173mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 34IU | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.03mg | 0.65mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 153mg | 140mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 47mg | 2% |
| Calories | 374kcal | 353kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 1.7µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 174mg | 149mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 79.09g | 53.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.33g | 33.36g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.192g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.103mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.339mg | 0.204mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.656mg | 0.397mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.215mg | 0.198mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.183mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.398mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 0.249mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.185mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.02g | 0.33g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.372g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 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
24%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
52%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Semolina is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Semolina is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Semolina contains less Sodium (difference - 375mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Semolina is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.517g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Semolina is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Pound cake is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pound cake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (54)