Roti (Chapati) vs. Wheat Bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between roti (Chapati) and wheat Bread
- Roti (Chapati) has more fiber and manganese; however, wheat Bread is richer in iron, vitamin B2, calcium, selenium, folate, and vitamin B3.
- Wheat Bread covers your daily iron needs 24% more than roti (Chapati).
- Wheat Bread has 3 times less saturated fat than roti (Chapati). Roti (Chapati) has 3.311g of saturated fat, while wheat Bread has 0.989g.
- Wheat Bread has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of wheat Bread is 60, while the glycemic index of roti (Chapati) is 45.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Bread, chapati or roti, whole wheat, commercially prepared, frozen and Bread, wheat, toasted.
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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 CopperCopper | +15.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +26.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +358.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +13.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +85.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +19% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +25.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +129.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +22.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +83% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +112.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +35.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +72.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +91.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +183.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.85 g
Fats:
9.2 g
Carbs:
46.13 g
Water:
35.43 g
Other:
1.39 g
Protein:
12.96 g
Fats:
4.27 g
Carbs:
55.77 g
Water:
24.23 g
Other:
2.77 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +115.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +46.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +65.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +20.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +99.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.311 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.091 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.761 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.989 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.019 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.72 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +105.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -70.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +126% |
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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| Iron | 2.2mg | 4.09mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 9.7g | 4.7g | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.18mg | 0.382mg | 16% |
| Manganese | 1.747mg | 1.377mg | 16% |
| Starch | 33.67g | 14% | |
| Calcium | 36mg | 165mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 298mg | 601mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 26.6µg | 33.4µg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.311g | 0.989g | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.28mg | 0.153mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.61mg | 6.25mg | 10% |
| Protein | 7.85g | 12.96g | 10% |
| Folate | 45µg | 86µg | 10% |
| Fats | 9.2g | 4.27g | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.761g | 1.72g | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 158mg | 188mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.229mg | 0.198mg | 3% |
| Choline | 7.8mg | 22.1mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 46.13g | 55.77g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.091g | 1.019g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 3.3µg | 5.7µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.55mg | 0.24mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.56mg | 0.456mg | 2% |
| Calories | 299kcal | 313kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.45mg | 0.439mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 1.54mg | 1.47mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 196mg | 223mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 56mg | 59mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 36.43g | 51.07g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.93g | 6.42g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.092mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.299mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.258mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.461mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.215mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.105mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.315mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.31mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.27g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.027g | 0.161g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.72g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
75%
89%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Wheat Bread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Wheat Bread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.322g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Roti (Chapati) is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.49g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Roti (Chapati) contains less Sodium (difference - 303mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Roti (Chapati) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
Roti (Chapati) is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.