Biscuit vs. Roti (Chapati) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Biscuit and Roti (Chapati)
- Biscuit has more Calcium, and Vitamin B2, while Roti (Chapati) has more Manganese, Fiber, Vitamin B6, Copper, Selenium, Vitamin B3, and Zinc.
- Roti (Chapati)'s daily need coverage for Manganese is 60% higher.
- Roti (Chapati) contains 7 times less Calcium than Biscuit. Biscuit contains 235mg of Calcium, while Roti (Chapati) contains 36mg.
- The amount of Sodium in Roti (Chapati) is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe 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 | +552.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +31.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +211.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +62% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +179.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +185.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -48.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +362.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +36.4% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +72.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +35.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +26.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +56.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +96.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +700% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
16.3 g
Carbs:
44.6 g
Water:
28.9 g
Other:
3.2 g
Protein:
7.85 g
Fats:
9.2 g
Carbs:
46.13 g
Water:
35.43 g
Other:
1.39 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +77.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +130.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.6% |
~equal in
Carbs
~46.13g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.324 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.93 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.163 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.311 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.091 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.761 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +231.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +447% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -23.4% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 353kcal | 299kcal |
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| Protein | 7g | 7.85g |
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| Fats | 16.3g | 9.2g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 43.1g | 36.43g |
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| Carbs | 44.6g | 46.13g |
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| Cholesterol | 3mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 56mg |
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| Calcium | 235mg | 36mg |
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| Potassium | 121mg | 196mg |
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| Iron | 2.9mg | 2.2mg |
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| Sugar | 2.18g | 2.93g |
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| Fiber | 1.5g | 9.7g |
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| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.229mg |
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| Zinc | 0.54mg | 1.54mg |
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| Starch | 33.67g |
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| Phosphorus | 164mg | 158mg |
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| Sodium | 580mg | 298mg |
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| Vitamin A | 82IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.55mg |
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| Manganese | 0.378mg | 1.747mg |
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| Selenium | 19.5µg | 26.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.356mg | 0.45mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.18mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.949mg | 4.61mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.285mg | 0.56mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.035mg | 0.28mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 3.3µg |
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| Folate | 61µg | 45µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.029g |
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| Choline | 7.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.324g | 3.311g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.93g | 2.091g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.163g | 0.761g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.087mg |
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| Threonine | 0.211mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.273mg |
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| Leucine | 0.514mg |
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| Lysine | 0.226mg |
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| Methionine | 0.132mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg |
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| Valine | 0.313mg |
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| Histidine | 0.161mg |
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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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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
23%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
75%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Roti (Chapati) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Roti (Chapati) contains less Sodium (difference - 282mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Roti (Chapati) is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.013g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Biscuit is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.75g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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