Arepa vs. Rice cakes — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between arepa and rice cakes?
- Arepa is higher in calcium, yet rice cakes are higher in manganese, vitamin B3, copper, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin B5, selenium, and zinc.
- Rice cakes' daily need coverage for manganese is 264% more.
- Arepa has 8 times more calcium than rice cakes. While arepa has 89mg of calcium, rice cakes have only 11mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in rice cakes is lower.
- The glycemic index of arepa is lower.
We used Restaurant, Latino, arepa (unleavened cornmeal bread) and Snacks, rice cakes, brown rice, buckwheat types in this article.
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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 | +709.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +459.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +239.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1166.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +212.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +224.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -57% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +5227.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +168.9% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +145.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +811.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +474.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +21.5% |
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:
9 g
Fats:
3.5 g
Carbs:
80.1 g
Water:
5.9 g
Other:
1.5 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +53.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +761% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +64.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +115.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +25% |
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
0.64 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.11 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.11 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +36.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -77.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +12.2% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.116mg | 6.18mg | 264% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.888mg | 8.096mg | 45% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.38mg | 39% |
| Phosphorus | 117mg | 380mg | 38% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 151mg | 30% |
| Selenium | 6.1µg | 16.4µg | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.202mg | 1.16mg | 19% |
| Zinc | 0.8mg | 2.5mg | 15% |
| Carbs | 37.14g | 80.1g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 2.902g | 0.64g | 10% |
| Calories | 219kcal | 380kcal | 8% |
| Calcium | 89mg | 11mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 270mg | 116mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 61µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Protein | 5.48g | 9g | 7% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 299mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.6g | 3.8g | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.042mg | 0.103mg | 5% |
| Folate | 21µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin K | 3.5µg | 3% | |
| Fats | 5.38g | 3.5g | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.107mg | 0.13mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 2% | |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.056mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.04mg | 1.14mg | 1% |
| Choline | 4.4mg | 1% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.514g | 1.11g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.989g | 1.11g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 34.54g | 76.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.87g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.157g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.048mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.193mg | 0.34mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.207mg | 0.358mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.671mg | 0.638mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.228mg | 0.414mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.131mg | 0.152mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.276mg | 0.399mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.276mg | 0.489mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.166mg | 0.218mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 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 | 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%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
145%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Rice cakes is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Rice cakes is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.87g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Rice cakes contains less Sodium (difference - 154mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Rice cakes is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.262g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Rice cakes is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Arepa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.