Tempeh vs. Cinnamon roll — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are tempeh and cinnamon roll different?
- Tempeh is richer in copper, manganese, phosphorus, vitamin B2, iron, magnesium, and vitamin B6, while cinnamon roll is higher in selenium.
- Tempeh covers your daily need for copper, 55% more than cinnamon roll.
- Tempeh contains 6 times more magnesium than cinnamon roll. Tempeh contains 81mg of magnesium, while cinnamon roll contains 14mg.
- Tempeh is lower in saturated fat.
- Cinnamon roll has a higher glycemic index (40) than tempeh (15).
Tempeh and Cinnamon buns, frosted (includes honey buns) types were used in this article.
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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 | +478.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +303.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +97.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +803.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +115.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +103.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +345.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +64.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +159.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +465.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +170.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +21.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +100% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.29 g
Fats:
10.8 g
Carbs:
7.64 g
Water:
59.65 g
Other:
1.62 g
Protein:
4.45 g
Fats:
26.61 g
Carbs:
48.6 g
Water:
18.98 g
Other:
1.36 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +356% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +214.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +19.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +146.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +536.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.539 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.205 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.3 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 | -79.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +17% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +172.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.56mg | 0.062mg | 55% |
| Saturated fat | 2.539g | 12.649g | 46% |
| Manganese | 1.3mg | 0.292mg | 44% |
| Protein | 20.29g | 4.45g | 32% |
| Fats | 10.8g | 26.61g | 24% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 13µg | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 266mg | 131mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.358mg | 0.138mg | 17% |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 1.37mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 81mg | 14mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.038mg | 14% |
| Carbs | 7.64g | 48.6g | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.205g | 8.723g | 14% |
| Calories | 192kcal | 452kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 15.2µg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 9mg | 305mg | 13% |
| Folate | 24µg | 72µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.211mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 412mg | 102mg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 1.15mg | 8% | |
| Starch | 16.39g | 7% | |
| Calcium | 111mg | 183mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.14mg | 0.53mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 3.676g | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0.16µg | 3% |
| Choline | 10.6mg | 2% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.278mg | 0.337mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.64mg | 2.404mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 7.64g | 47.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 25.7g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.295g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.194mg | 0.068mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.796mg | 0.176mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.88mg | 0.226mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.43mg | 0.41mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.908mg | 0.215mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.175mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.893mg | 0.264mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.92mg | 0.255mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.466mg | 0.126mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.225g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 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
19%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
73%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tempeh is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 25.7g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tempeh contains less Sodium (difference - 296mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tempeh is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.11g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tempeh is relatively richer in minerals
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 ($)