Tortilla vs. Chocolate cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between tortillas and chocolate cake?
- Tortillas are richer in vitamin B1, selenium, phosphorus, fiber, folate, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and calcium, yet chocolate cake is richer in choline.
- Tortillas' daily need coverage for vitamin B1 is 57% higher.
- Tortillas have 8 times more vitamin B6 than chocolate cake. Tortillas have 0.312mg of vitamin B6, while chocolate cake has 0.041mg.
- Chocolate cake has a lower glycemic index than tortillas.
We used Tortillas, ready-to-bake or -fry, whole wheat and Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting 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 | +165.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +306.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +87.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +63.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +28.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +178.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +226.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +210.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -38.5% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +483.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +35.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +327.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +661% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +411.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +542% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.76 g
Fats:
9.76 g
Carbs:
45.89 g
Water:
30.15 g
Other:
4.44 g
Protein:
5.3 g
Fats:
15.1 g
Carbs:
53.4 g
Water:
24.4 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +84.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +23.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +146.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +54.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +16.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.878 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.062 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.992 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.43 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.039 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.761 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -10.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +97.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +178.3% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.823mg | 0.141mg | 57% |
| Selenium | 37µg | 11.9µg | 46% |
| Phosphorus | 346mg | 106mg | 34% |
| Fiber | 9.8g | 1.6g | 33% |
| Folate | 138µg | 27µg | 28% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.858mg | 1.137mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.312mg | 0.041mg | 21% |
| Choline | 20mg | 128.4mg | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 58mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 244mg | 60mg | 18% |
| Magnesium | 85mg | 32mg | 13% |
| Iron | 2.63mg | 1.61mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.992g | 2.761g | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.28mg | 12% | |
| Zinc | 1.92mg | 0.69mg | 11% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 5.3g | 9% |
| Sodium | 512mg | 315mg | 9% |
| Fats | 9.76g | 15.1g | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.062g | 6.039g | 7% |
| Copper | 0.266mg | 0.207mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.289mg | 0.213mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.9mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 262mg | 140mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 4.5µg | 4% | |
| Saturated fat | 4.878g | 5.43g | 3% |
| Calories | 310kcal | 371kcal | 3% |
| Carbs | 45.89g | 53.4g | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 36.09g | 51.8g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.44g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.129mg | 0.068mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.312mg | 0.202mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.353mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.671mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.37mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.163mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.488mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.444mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.255mg | 0.12mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g | 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
45%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
81%
39%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tortilla is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 58mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tortilla is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.552g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tortilla is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tortilla is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.44g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate cake contains less Sodium (difference - 197mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)