Cereal vs. Caesar salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between cereal and caesar salad
- Cereal is higher in vitamin B1, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, zinc, vitamin A, and vitamin C, yet caesar salad is higher in selenium, calcium, and phosphorus.
- Cereal covers your daily vitamin B1 needs 493% more than caesar salad.
- The glycemic index of caesar salad is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Cereals ready-to-eat, USDA Commodity Corn and Rice (includes all commodity brands) and LITTLE CAESARS 14" Original Round Cheese Pizza, Regular Crust.
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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 IronIron | +1355.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +372% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +146.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +47.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2230% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +61.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +200% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -42.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +398.4% |
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 | +943.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1567.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1203% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +815% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +662.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +97.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.06 g
Fats:
1.08 g
Carbs:
86.85 g
Water:
3.78 g
Other:
2.23 g
Protein:
13.39 g
Fats:
9.54 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
43.39 g
Other:
2.18 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +175.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +121% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +783.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1047.9% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.26 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.204 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.354 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.206 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.461 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1066.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +312.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
9.74 g
Glucose:
0.27 g
Fructose:
0.26 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.09 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
25.29 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.98 g
Fructose:
1.13 g
Lactose:
0.07 g
Maltose:
1.67 g
Galactose:
0.16 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +263% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +334.6% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +1755.6% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 Saturated fat |
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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 minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B1 | 6.288mg | 0.377mg | 493% |
| Vitamin B6 | 5.986mg | 460% | |
| Iron | 34.06mg | 2.34mg | 397% |
| Vitamin B2 | 3.87mg | 0.297mg | 275% |
| Vitamin B3 | 29.62mg | 3.237mg | 165% |
| Vitamin A | 814µg | 78µg | 82% |
| Zinc | 7.6mg | 1.61mg | 54% |
| Selenium | 6.3µg | 31.4µg | 46% |
| Vitamin C | 38.5mg | 0mg | 43% |
| Phosphorus | 77mg | 231mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 233mg | 22% |
| Manganese | 0.79mg | 0.321mg | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 0.26g | 4.206g | 18% |
| Carbs | 86.85g | 31.5g | 18% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.4µg | 17% | |
| Protein | 6.06g | 13.39g | 15% |
| Sodium | 795mg | 454mg | 15% |
| Fats | 1.08g | 9.54g | 13% |
| Starch | 25.29g | 10% | |
| Cholesterol | 24mg | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.354g | 1.461g | 7% |
| Calories | 378kcal | 265kcal | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.204g | 2.38g | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 5.9µg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 0.61mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.226mg | 0.447mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 170mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 28mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.26g | 1.13g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 1.7g | 1% |
| Copper | 0.137mg | 0.126mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 85.45g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.35g | 4.02g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.066mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.241mg | 0.393mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.26mg | 0.547mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.767mg | 1.137mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.113mg | 0.523mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.13mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.365mg | 0.717mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.344mg | 0.7mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.162mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.155g | 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
371%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
183%
65%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cereal is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cereal is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.946g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Caesar salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.33g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caesar salad contains less Sodium (difference - 341mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caesar salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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