Spelt vs. Cinnamon roll — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between spelt and cinnamon roll
- Spelt has more manganese, copper, phosphorus, iron, fiber, magnesium, vitamin B3, and zinc; however, cinnamon roll has more calcium.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for spelt is 117% higher.
- Cinnamon roll has 10 times less magnesium than spelt. Spelt has 136mg of magnesium, while cinnamon roll has 14mg.
- Spelt is lower in saturated fat.
- Spelt has a higher glycemic index than cinnamon roll.
Food types used in this article are Spelt, uncooked and Cinnamon buns, frosted (includes honey buns).
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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 | +871.4% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +280.4% |
Contains more IronIron | +224.1% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +724.2% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +518.9% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +206.1% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.4% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +921.6% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +577.8% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +11.1% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +72.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +184.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +216.9% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +505.3% |
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +45.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +22.1% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +322.2% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +60% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.57 g
Fats:
2.43 g
Carbs:
70.19 g
Water:
11.02 g
Other:
1.79 g
Protein:
4.45 g
Fats:
26.61 g
Carbs:
48.6 g
Water:
18.98 g
Other:
1.36 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +227.4% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +44.4% |
Contains more OtherOther | +31.6% |
Contains more FatsFats | +995.1% |
Contains more WaterWater | +72.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.406 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.445 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.258 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
12.649 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.723 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.676 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.8% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1860.2% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +192.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
53.92 g
Sucrose:
0.59 g
Glucose:
0.84 g
Fructose:
0.24 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
5.15 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
16.39 g
Sucrose:
20.11 g
Glucose:
3.05 g
Fructose:
1.11 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.43 g
Galactose:
0 g
Contains more StarchStarch | +229% |
Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +260.1% |
Contains more SucroseSucrose | +3308.5% |
Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +263.1% |
Contains more FructoseFructose | +362.5% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in price | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Manganese | 2.983mg | 0.292mg | 117% |
Saturated fat | 0.406g | 12.649g | 56% |
Copper | 0.511mg | 0.062mg | 50% |
Phosphorus | 401mg | 131mg | 39% |
Fiber | 10.7g | 1.2g | 38% |
Iron | 4.44mg | 1.37mg | 38% |
Fats | 2.43g | 26.61g | 37% |
Magnesium | 136mg | 14mg | 29% |
Vitamin B3 | 6.843mg | 2.404mg | 28% |
Zinc | 3.28mg | 0.53mg | 25% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.445g | 8.723g | 21% |
Protein | 14.57g | 4.45g | 20% |
Calcium | 27mg | 183mg | 16% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 1.258g | 3.676g | 16% |
Starch | 53.92g | 16.39g | 15% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.23mg | 0.038mg | 15% |
Vitamin B5 | 1.068mg | 0.337mg | 15% |
Sodium | 8mg | 305mg | 13% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.364mg | 0.211mg | 13% |
Vitamin K | 3.6µg | 15.2µg | 10% |
Potassium | 388mg | 102mg | 8% |
Folate | 45µg | 72µg | 7% |
Carbs | 70.19g | 48.6g | 7% |
Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
Calories | 338kcal | 452kcal | 6% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.113mg | 0.138mg | 2% |
Vitamin E | 0.79mg | 1.15mg | 2% |
Choline | 10.6mg | 2% | |
Cholesterol | 0mg | 5mg | 2% |
Selenium | 11.7µg | 13µg | 2% |
Fructose | 0.24g | 1.11g | 1% |
Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
Net carbs | 59.49g | 47.4g | N/A |
Sugar | 6.82g | 25.7g | N/A |
Trans fat | 0.295g | N/A | |
Tryptophan | 0.132mg | 0.068mg | 0% |
Threonine | 0.443mg | 0.176mg | 0% |
Isoleucine | 0.552mg | 0.226mg | 0% |
Leucine | 1.07mg | 0.41mg | 0% |
Lysine | 0.409mg | 0.215mg | 0% |
Methionine | 0.258mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
Phenylalanine | 0.737mg | 0.264mg | 0% |
Valine | 0.681mg | 0.255mg | 0% |
Histidine | 0.36mg | 0.126mg | 0% |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | 0.225g | N/A |
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.352g | N/A |
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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%

23%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
119%

37%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Spelt is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Spelt is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Spelt contains less Sodium (difference - 297mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Spelt is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.243g)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Spelt is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Cinnamon roll is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Cinnamon roll is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)