Bagel vs. White Bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Bagel and White Bread?
- Bagel is higher in Manganese, Selenium, Copper, Magnesium, and Phosphorus, however, White Bread is richer in Calcium, Vitamin B1, Iron, Vitamin B3, and Folate.
- Bagel's daily need coverage for Manganese is 39% more.
- White Bread contains 2 times less Magnesium than Bagel. Bagel contains 51mg of Magnesium, while White Bread contains 23mg.
We used Bagels, wheat and Bread, white, commercially prepared (includes soft bread crumbs) 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +121.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +31% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +73.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +48.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +44.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -10.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +166.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +30.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +620% |
| Contains more IronIron | +30.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +45.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +69% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +32.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +16.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +41.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +42.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +46.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +49% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.2 g
Fats:
1.53 g
Carbs:
48.89 g
Water:
37.55 g
Other:
1.83 g
Protein:
8.85 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
49.42 g
Water:
36.42 g
Other:
1.98 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +117.6% |
~equal in
Carbs
~49.42g
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Water
~36.42g
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Other
~1.98g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.29 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.936 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.698 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.599 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.602 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -100% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +106.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +71.2% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 250kcal | 266kcal |
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| Protein | 10.2g | 8.85g |
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| Fats | 1.53g | 3.33g |
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| Net carbs | 44.79g | 46.72g |
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| Carbs | 48.89g | 49.42g |
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| Magnesium | 51mg | 23mg |
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| Calcium | 20mg | 144mg |
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| Potassium | 165mg | 126mg |
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| Iron | 2.76mg | 3.61mg |
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| Sugar | 6.12g | 5.67g |
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| Fiber | 4.1g | 2.7g |
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| Copper | 0.175mg | 0.101mg |
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| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.74mg |
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| Starch | 37.17g |
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| Phosphorus | 142mg | 98mg |
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| Sodium | 439mg | 490mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 1IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.32mg | 0.22mg |
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| Manganese | 1.43mg | 0.536mg |
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| Selenium | 28.7µg | 22µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.403mg | 0.533mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.209mg | 0.243mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.37mg | 4.78mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.375mg | 0.536mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.147mg | 0.087mg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.5µg | 0.2µg |
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| Folate | 76µg | 111µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0g | 0.027g |
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| Choline | 9.8mg | 14.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0.698g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.29g | 0.599g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.936g | 1.602g |
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| Fructose | 2.43g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.002g |
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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%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
71%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
White Bread is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.45g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
White Bread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bagel contains less Sodium (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Bagel is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.698g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Bagel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Bagel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)