Biscuit vs. Graham cracker — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are biscuits and graham cracker different?
- Biscuits are higher in selenium, calcium, and vitamin B1; however, graham cracker is richer in manganese, iron, copper, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for graham cracker is 28% higher.
- Biscuits contain 3 times more selenium than graham cracker. While biscuits contain 19.5µg of selenium, graham cracker contains only 6.3µg.
- Graham cracker has less saturated fat.
- Biscuits have a lower glycemic index (44) than graham cracker (74).
Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe and Cookies, graham crackers, plain or honey (includes cinnamon) 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 more CalciumCalcium | +205.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +209.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +122.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +40.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +30.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +107.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +77.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -20.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +169.6% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +34.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +50.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +47.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +345.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +49.2% |
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:
6.69 g
Fats:
10.6 g
Carbs:
77.66 g
Water:
3.39 g
Other:
1.66 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +53.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +752.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +92.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +74.1% |
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Protein
~6.69g
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
1.633 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.509 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.388 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +176.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -62.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +29.4% |
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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| Manganese | 0.378mg | 1.019mg | 28% |
| Selenium | 19.5µg | 6.3µg | 24% |
| Starch | 46.56g | 19% | |
| Calcium | 235mg | 77mg | 16% |
| Vitamin K | 14.3µg | 12% | |
| Saturated fat | 4.324g | 1.633g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.93g | 2.509g | 11% |
| Carbs | 44.6g | 77.66g | 11% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 3.78mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.17mg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 1.51mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.035mg | 0.156mg | 9% |
| Fats | 16.3g | 10.6g | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.949mg | 4.439mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 3.4g | 8% |
| Folate | 61µg | 91µg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.163g | 5.388g | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.356mg | 0.265mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 580mg | 459mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 40mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.96mg | 4% |
| Calories | 353kcal | 430kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.285mg | 0.42mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 164mg | 185mg | 3% |
| Protein | 7g | 6.69g | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.99g | 1% | |
| Potassium | 121mg | 170mg | 1% |
| Choline | 5.9mg | 1% | |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.317mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.1g | 74.26g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.18g | 24.85g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.055g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.211mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.273mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.514mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.226mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.132mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.313mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.161mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.599g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.735g | N/A |
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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%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
60%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Graham cracker is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Graham cracker contains less Sodium (difference - 121mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Graham cracker is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.691g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Graham cracker is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Graham cracker is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Biscuit is lower in Sugar (difference - 22.67g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 30)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)