Pie Vs. Cake: Which One Is Better For You?

Today, we are targeting the age old question: pie vs. cake? If you're one of those people that say "who cares?" then maybe you don't know the depth of this argument. For decades people have been going back and forth debating which one is better for you, just so simply they can eat more of it. Yes, it goes even deeper than that.

Just think:

Apple vs. orange
Grape Jelly vs. Strawberry Jelly
Vanilla vs. Chocolate
Clinton vs. Bush

Yes, pie vs. cake is just as important too (can you tell I'm passionate about this?). At any rate, lets look at the numbers:

Apple Pie on Rustic Wooden Background with Fork and Crumbs

APPLE PIE (based on serving size of 100g):
265 calories
37.10g carbs
12.50g fat
2.40g protein
Apple Pie (Two Crust) Generic - 237 calories
Mrs. Smith's Dutch Apple Crumb Pie - 360 calories
Safeway (grocery store) Apple Pie - 280 calories
McDonald's Baked Apple Pie - 250 calories

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Now, onto cake.

CHOCOLATE CAKE (based on 100g):
367 calories
54.60g carbs
16.40g fat
4.10g protein
Chocolate Cake (with Chocolate Frosting) - 367 calories
Chocolate Cake (Without Frosting) - 358 calories
Chocolate Cupcake with Icing or Filling - 376 calories
Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Frosting (Golden Corral restaurant) - 340 calories
Chocolate Devil's Food or Fudge Cake (Home Recipe or Purchased) - 625 calories

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So what does all this data really mean?...

... It simply means eat what you like! Yes, we know that's such a profound statement, but it's actually all about your preference and you eating in moderation. That is the key.

Because we as a people are diverse, we like different things, so don't deprive yourself of what you want, just eat less of it! And please read the labels. When it comes to cutting back, people thinking just eating less of something is good, but soemtimes less of it may be just as much of something else if you don't read the labels. Take into account serving size, amount of sugar and grams of fat. All those factor into your health now and for years to come.

SO the winner of this cake vs. pie debate? It's YOU, if you eat either or both of them correctly. Treat yourself once in a blue moon (twice a year) not every weekend.

Happy eating!

By Derrick Lane | Published December 3, 2015