Baking powder vs. Roti (Chapati) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Baking powder and Roti (Chapati)
- Baking powder is richer in Calcium, Phosphorus, and Iron, yet Roti (Chapati) is richer in Manganese, Selenium, Fiber, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3, and Copper.
- Daily need coverage for Calcium from Baking powder is 584% higher.
- Baking powder contains 36 times more Sodium than Roti (Chapati). Baking powder contains 10600mg of Sodium, while Roti (Chapati) contains 298mg.
Food types used in this article are Leavening agents, baking powder, double-acting, sodium aluminum sulfate and Bread, chapati or roti, whole wheat, commercially prepared, frozen.
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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 | +16222.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +400.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1286.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +107.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +880% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2190% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +15300% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +15781.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +13200% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
27.7 g
Water:
5 g
Other:
67.3 g
Protein:
7.85 g
Fats:
9.2 g
Carbs:
46.13 g
Water:
35.43 g
Other:
1.39 g
| Contains more OtherOther | +4741.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +66.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +608.6% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 53kcal | 299kcal |
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| Protein | 0g | 7.85g |
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| Fats | 0g | 9.2g |
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| Net carbs | 27.5g | 36.43g |
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| Carbs | 27.7g | 46.13g |
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| Magnesium | 27mg | 56mg |
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| Calcium | 5876mg | 36mg |
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| Potassium | 20mg | 196mg |
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| Iron | 11.02mg | 2.2mg |
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| Sugar | 0g | 2.93g |
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| Fiber | 0.2g | 9.7g |
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| Copper | 0.01mg | 0.229mg |
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| Zinc | 0.01mg | 1.54mg |
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| Starch | 33.67g |
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| Phosphorus | 2191mg | 158mg |
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| Sodium | 10600mg | 298mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.55mg |
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| Manganese | 0.011mg | 1.747mg |
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| Selenium | 0.2µg | 26.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.45mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.18mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 4.61mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.56mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.28mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0µg | 3.3µg |
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| Folate | 0µg | 45µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.029g |
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| Choline | 0mg | 7.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0g | 3.311g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0g | 2.091g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.761g |
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| Fructose | 0.27g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.027g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.72g |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Roti (Chapati) contains less Sodium (difference - 10302mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Roti (Chapati) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is cheaper?
Roti (Chapati) is cheaper (difference - $3.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Roti (Chapati) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Baking powder is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.93g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Baking powder is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.311g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.