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Waffle vs. Naan — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Waffle and Naan

  • Waffle is richer in Selenium, Calcium, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B12, and Folate, yet Naan is richer in Manganese, Magnesium, Copper, and Vitamin B3.
  • Daily need coverage for Selenium from Waffle is 63% higher.
  • Naan contains less Cholesterol.

Food types used in this article are Waffles, plain, prepared from recipe and Bread, naan, whole wheat, commercially prepared, refrigerated.

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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.
Waffle
4
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6
Naan
Contains more Calcium +332.2%
Contains more Iron +33.5%
Contains more Selenium +305.3%
Contains more Magnesium +257.9%
Contains more Potassium +16.4%
Contains more Zinc +82.4%
Contains more Copper +154.8%
Contains more Manganese +428.3%
Equal in Phosphorus - 188
Equal in Sodium - 467
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 77% 87% 14% 82% 15% 67% 19% 21% 35% 253%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 18% 65% 49% 81% 17% 61% 34% 53% 183% 63%
Contains more Calcium +332.2%
Contains more Iron +33.5%
Contains more Selenium +305.3%
Contains more Magnesium +257.9%
Contains more Potassium +16.4%
Contains more Zinc +82.4%
Contains more Copper +154.8%
Contains more Manganese +428.3%
Equal in Phosphorus - 188
Equal in Sodium - 467

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.
Waffle
7
:
5
Naan
Contains more Vitamin A +3700%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +49.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +92.8%
Contains more Folate +187.5%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +72.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +128.6%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 14% 0% 0% 2% 66% 81% 39% 30% 13% 35% 32% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 1% 27% 0% 0% 44% 42% 68% 0% 30% 12% 0% 9%
Contains more Vitamin A +3700%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +49.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +92.8%
Contains more Folate +187.5%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +72.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +128.6%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Waffle
3
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2
Naan
Contains more Fats +110.4%
Contains more Water +20.3%
Contains more Other +55.8%
Contains more Protein +29.1%
Contains more Carbs +40.5%
8% 14% 33% 42% 3%
Protein: 7.9 g
Fats: 14.1 g
Carbs: 32.9 g
Water: 42 g
Other: 3.1 g
10% 7% 46% 35% 2%
Protein: 10.2 g
Fats: 6.7 g
Carbs: 46.21 g
Water: 34.9 g
Other: 1.99 g
Contains more Fats +110.4%
Contains more Water +20.3%
Contains more Other +55.8%
Contains more Protein +29.1%
Contains more Carbs +40.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Waffle
3
:
0
Naan
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +80.9%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +439.3%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 2.907
22% 27% 52%
Saturated Fat: 2.866 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 3.521 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 6.785 g
48% 32% 21%
Saturated Fat: 2.907 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.946 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.258 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +80.9%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +439.3%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 2.907

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Waffle Naan
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Waffle Naan Opinion
Net carbs 32.9g 41.41g Naan
Protein 7.9g 10.2g Naan
Fats 14.1g 6.7g Waffle
Carbs 32.9g 46.21g Naan
Calories 291kcal 286kcal Waffle
Starch 36g Naan
Fructose 0.8g Naan
Sugar 3.4g Waffle
Fiber 4.8g Naan
Calcium 255mg 59mg Waffle
Iron 2.31mg 1.73mg Waffle
Magnesium 19mg 68mg Naan
Phosphorus 190mg 188mg Waffle
Potassium 159mg 185mg Naan
Sodium 511mg 467mg Naan
Zinc 0.68mg 1.24mg Naan
Copper 0.062mg 0.158mg Naan
Manganese 0.265mg 1.4mg Naan
Selenium 46.2µg 11.4µg Waffle
Vitamin A 228IU 6IU Waffle
Vitamin A RAE 65µg 2µg Waffle
Vitamin E 1.32mg Naan
Vitamin C 0.4mg 0mg Waffle
Vitamin B1 0.263mg 0.176mg Waffle
Vitamin B2 0.347mg 0.18mg Waffle
Vitamin B3 2.073mg 3.58mg Naan
Vitamin B5 0.485mg Waffle
Vitamin B6 0.056mg 0.128mg Naan
Folate 46µg 16µg Waffle
Vitamin B12 0.25µg 0µg Waffle
Vitamin K 3.3µg Naan
Tryptophan 0.099mg Waffle
Threonine 0.289mg Waffle
Isoleucine 0.362mg Waffle
Leucine 0.63mg Waffle
Lysine 0.384mg Waffle
Methionine 0.179mg Waffle
Phenylalanine 0.395mg Waffle
Valine 0.409mg Waffle
Histidine 0.187mg Waffle
Cholesterol 69mg 1mg Naan
Saturated Fat 2.866g 2.907g Waffle
Omega-3 - DHA 0.006g 0g Waffle
Omega-3 - EPA 0.001g 0g Waffle
Monounsaturated Fat 3.521g 1.946g Waffle
Polyunsaturated fat 6.785g 1.258g Waffle

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Waffle Naan
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
26%
Waffle
19%
Naan
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
Waffle
62%
Naan

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Waffle
Waffle is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.4g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Waffle
Waffle is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.041g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Naan
Naan contains less Sodium (difference - 44mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Naan
Naan is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 68mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Naan
Naan is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Waffle - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175039/nutrients
  2. Naan - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174077/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.