Arepa vs. Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between arepa and prawn crackers (Shrimp chips)
- Arepa has less manganese, selenium, copper, vitamin E, vitamin B1, fiber, vitamin B3, and iron.
- Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) cover your daily manganese needs 88% more than arepa.
- Arepa has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Restaurant, Latino, arepa (unleavened cornmeal bread) and Snacks, shrimp cracker.
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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 | +345% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -52.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +166.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +119.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +83.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +636.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +72.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +63.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1744.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +442.6% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1031% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +277.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +116.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +196.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +58.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +101.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +265.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +300% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.48 g
Fats:
5.38 g
Carbs:
37.14 g
Water:
50.8 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
7.14 g
Fats:
17.86 g
Carbs:
59.09 g
Water:
13.6 g
Other:
2.31 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +273.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +30.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +232% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +59.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +92.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.902 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.514 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.989 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.357 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.997 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.971 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -45.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +428.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +301.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.33 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.41 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
30.36 g
Sucrose:
21.4 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0.02 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +6384.8% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.116mg | 2.14mg | 88% |
| Selenium | 6.1µg | 33.1µg | 49% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.221mg | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.989g | 3.971g | 20% |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 3.28mg | 20% |
| Fats | 5.38g | 17.86g | 19% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.514g | 7.997g | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.264mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 270mg | 571mg | 13% |
| Starch | 30.36g | 12% | |
| Fiber | 2.6g | 5.6g | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.888mg | 2.631mg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 72mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.04mg | 1.91mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.902g | 5.357g | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 117mg | 191mg | 11% |
| Calories | 219kcal | 426kcal | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 3.5µg | 12.8µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.107mg | 0.216mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 61µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Calcium | 89mg | 20mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 37.14g | 59.09g | 7% |
| Folate | 23µg | 6% | |
| Zinc | 0.8mg | 1.38mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.042mg | 0.091mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 193mg | 3% |
| Protein | 5.48g | 7.14g | 3% |
| Choline | 4.4mg | 17.6mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.202mg | 0.321mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.02µg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 34.54g | 53.49g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.87g | 21.43g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.157g | 0.066g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.048mg | 0.094mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.193mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.207mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.671mg | 0.489mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.228mg | 0.208mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.131mg | 0.126mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.276mg | 0.367mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.276mg | 0.306mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.166mg | 0.192mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.02g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.825g | 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
9%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
87%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arepa is lower in Sugar (difference - 20.56g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arepa contains less Sodium (difference - 301mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Arepa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.455g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Arepa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)