Baking powder vs. Pretzel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between baking powder and pretzel?
- Baking powder is richer in calcium, phosphorus, and iron, while pretzel is higher in manganese, folate, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, and copper.
- Baking powder's daily need coverage for calcium is 585% higher.
- Pretzel has 17 times less phosphorus than baking powder. Baking powder has 2191mg of phosphorus, while pretzel has 128mg.
- Pretzel is lower in sodium.
We used Leavening agents, baking powder, double-acting, sodium aluminum sulfate and Snacks, pretzels, hard, plain, salted types in this comparison.
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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 | +21663% |
| Contains more IronIron | +140.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1611.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1015% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1460% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +10300% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +9127.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2100% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| 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 | +∞% |
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:
10.04 g
Fats:
2.93 g
Carbs:
80.39 g
Water:
3.13 g
Other:
3.51 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +59.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1817.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +190.2% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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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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| Calcium | 5876mg | 27mg | 585% |
| Sodium | 10600mg | 1240mg | 407% |
| Phosphorus | 2191mg | 128mg | 295% |
| Iron | 11.02mg | 4.58mg | 81% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 1.015mg | 44% |
| Folate | 0µg | 166µg | 42% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.424mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 5.27mg | 33% |
| Starch | 72.58g | 30% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.332mg | 26% |
| Protein | 0g | 10.04g | 20% |
| Carbs | 27.7g | 80.39g | 18% |
| Calories | 53kcal | 384kcal | 17% |
| Copper | 0.01mg | 0.156mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 3.4g | 13% |
| Zinc | 0.01mg | 1.04mg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 1.291g | 9% |
| Selenium | 0.2µg | 4.4µg | 8% |
| Potassium | 20mg | 223mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.322mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.074mg | 6% |
| Fats | 0g | 2.93g | 5% |
| Choline | 0mg | 29.5mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.47mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.727g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0.391g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2.8µg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.1mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 27.5g | 76.99g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 29mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 2.21g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.097mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.25mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.407mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.757mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.257mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.177mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.48mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.22mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.31g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.063g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.223g | 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
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37%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
452%
67%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pretzel contains less Sodium (difference - 9360mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pretzel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is cheaper?
Pretzel is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pretzel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Baking powder is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.21g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Baking powder is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.391g)
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.