Banana bread vs. Fig bars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are banana bread and fig bars different?
- Banana bread is higher in selenium, vitamin A, and vitamin B6; however, fig bars are richer in iron, fiber, copper, and manganese.
- Daily need coverage for iron for fig bars is 19% higher.
- Banana bread has a lower glycemic index (54) than fig bars (70).
Bread, banana, prepared from recipe, made with margarine and Cookies, fig bars are the varieties used 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 less SodiumSodium | -13.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +266.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +92.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +204.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +54.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +107.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +104.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +11.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +64.1% |
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 | +466.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1077.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +29.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +35.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.3 g
Fats:
10.5 g
Carbs:
54.6 g
Water:
29.2 g
Other:
1.4 g
Protein:
3.7 g
Fats:
7.3 g
Carbs:
70.9 g
Water:
16.5 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +16.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +43.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +77% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +29.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +14.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.237 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.48 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.13 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.123 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.003 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.772 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +49.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +12.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -49.8% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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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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| Iron | 1.4mg | 2.9mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 12.1µg | 3.3µg | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 0mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 4.6g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 106µg | 9µg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.072mg | 0.147mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15mg | 0.075mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.209mg | 0.343mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 5.8µg | 5% | |
| Carbs | 54.6g | 70.9g | 5% |
| Fats | 10.5g | 7.3g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.237g | 1.123g | 5% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 64mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.65mg | 4% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.48g | 3.003g | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.446mg | 1.874mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 27mg | 3% |
| Choline | 14.6mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.268mg | 0.364mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 302mg | 350mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 134mg | 207mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.13g | 2.772g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0.3mg | 2% |
| Folate | 33µg | 35µg | 1% |
| Calories | 326kcal | 348kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.172mg | 0.158mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.2mg | 0.217mg | 1% |
| Protein | 4.3g | 3.7g | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 58mg | 62mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 53.5g | 66.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 46.36g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.35mg | 0.39mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.1µg | 0.09µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.053mg | 0.046mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.15mg | 0.113mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.182mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.327mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.18mg | 0.14mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.094mg | 0.053mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.218mg | 0.145mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.209mg | 0.155mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.113mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.004g | 0g | 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
19%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fig bars is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 43mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fig bars is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.114g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fig bars is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Banana bread is lower in Sugar (difference - 46.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Banana bread contains less Sodium (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Banana bread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
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.