Wheat gluten vs. Chocolate cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between wheat gluten and chocolate cake
- Wheat gluten has more selenium, iron, phosphorus, and calcium, while chocolate cake has more vitamin B2, vitamin B1, and vitamin B3.
- Wheat gluten covers your daily need for selenium, 51% more than chocolate cake.
- Wheat gluten contains 3 times more iron than chocolate cake. While wheat gluten contains 5.2mg of iron, chocolate cake contains only 1.61mg.
- The amount of sodium in wheat gluten is lower.
- Chocolate cake has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of chocolate cake is 41, while the glycemic index of wheat gluten is 64.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Vital wheat gluten and Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting.
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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 | +136.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +223% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +23.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +145.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +233.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +28% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +40% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +13.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
75.16 g
Fats:
1.85 g
Carbs:
13.79 g
Water:
8.2 g
Other:
1 g
Protein:
5.3 g
Fats:
15.1 g
Carbs:
53.4 g
Water:
24.4 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1318.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +716.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +287.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +197.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +80% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.272 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.156 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.81 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 | -95% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3771.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +240.9% |
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 | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Protein | 75.16g | 5.3g | 140% |
| Selenium | 39.7µg | 11.9µg | 51% |
| Iron | 5.2mg | 1.61mg | 45% |
| Choline | 128.4mg | 23% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.272g | 5.43g | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 260mg | 106mg | 22% |
| Fats | 1.85g | 15.1g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 58mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.213mg | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.156g | 6.039g | 15% |
| Carbs | 13.79g | 53.4g | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.81g | 2.761g | 13% |
| Sodium | 29mg | 315mg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.28mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.141mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 142mg | 60mg | 8% |
| Folate | 0µg | 27µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 1.137mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.304mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 1.6g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.182mg | 0.207mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.041mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 32mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 100mg | 140mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.85mg | 0.69mg | 1% |
| Calories | 370kcal | 371kcal | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 13.19g | 51.8g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.068mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.202mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.24mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.407mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.265mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.283mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.12mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g | 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
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19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Wheat gluten is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 58mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wheat gluten contains less Sodium (difference - 286mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Wheat gluten is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.158g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chocolate cake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.