Banana bread vs. Pop tarts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between banana bread and pop tarts
- Pop tarts are higher than banana bread in iron, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, folate, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, vitamin A, copper, and zinc.
- Pop tarts cover your daily iron needs 26% more than banana bread.
- The glycemic index of banana bread is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Bread, banana, prepared from recipe, made with margarine and Toaster Pastries, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S POP TARTS, Blueberry.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +41.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -24.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +14.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +14.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +150% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +108.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +262.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +51.7% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +172.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +68.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +65% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +162.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +153.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +142.4% |
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:
4.6 g
Fats:
13.3 g
Carbs:
68.41 g
Water:
12.5 g
Other:
1.19 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +133.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +26.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +25.3% |
~equal in
Protein
~4.6g
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
2.02 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.5 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.81 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +45.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +53.7% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~2.02g
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 price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 1.4mg | 3.5mg | 26% |
| Selenium | 12.1µg | 22% | |
| Vitamin A | 106µg | 289µg | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15mg | 0.38mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.446mg | 3.8mg | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 0mg | 14% |
| Folate | 33µg | 80µg | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.13g | 4.81g | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.2mg | 0.33mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.172mg | 0.29mg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.209mg | 9% | |
| Copper | 0.072mg | 0.15mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.35mg | 1.27mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.268mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 54.6g | 68.41g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.48g | 6.5g | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.1µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Calories | 326kcal | 412kcal | 4% |
| Sodium | 302mg | 398mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 58mg | 88mg | 4% |
| Fats | 10.5g | 13.3g | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 2.237g | 2.02g | 1% |
| Potassium | 134mg | 95mg | 1% |
| Protein | 4.3g | 4.6g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 53.5g | 67.31g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 24mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 30.9g | N/A | |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 1.1g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.053mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.182mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.327mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.18mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.094mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.218mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.209mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.113mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.004g | 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%
36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pop tarts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 43mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pop tarts is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.217g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pop tarts is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Banana bread is lower in Sugar (difference - 30.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Banana bread contains less Sodium (difference - 96mg)
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.