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Roti (Chapati) vs. Sweet roll — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between roti (Chapati) and sweet roll

  • Roti (Chapati) has more manganese, fiber, selenium, copper, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, phosphorus, and vitamin B1, while sweet roll has more vitamin E.
  • Roti (Chapati)'s daily need coverage for manganese is 63% higher.
  • Sweet roll contains 4 times less fiber than roti (Chapati). Roti (Chapati) contains 9.7g of fiber, while sweet roll contains 2.4g.

The food types used in this comparison are Bread, chapati or roti, whole wheat, commercially prepared, frozen and Sweet rolls, cinnamon, commercially prepared with raisins.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 40% 11% 17% 83% 76% 42% 68% 39% 228% 145%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 12% 22% 9.8% 60% 29% 16% 33% 40% 39% 93%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +229.4%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +76.6%
Contains more IronIron +37.5%
Contains more CopperCopper +160.2%
Contains more ZincZinc +161%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +107.9%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +482.3%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +56.5%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +100%
~equal in Sodium ~304mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 11% 0% 113% 42% 86% 34% 65% 0% 8.3% 34% 4.3%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 6.7% 21% 40% 0% 81% 61% 45% 24% 25% 18% 11% 54% 23%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +38.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +93.4%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +37.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +161.7%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +261.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +47.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +33.3%
Contains more FolateFolate +60%
Contains more CholineCholine +429.5%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
8% 9% 46% 35%
Protein: 7.85 g
Fats: 9.2 g
Carbs: 46.13 g
Water: 35.43 g
Other: 1.39 g
6% 16% 51% 25% 2%
Protein: 6.2 g
Fats: 16.4 g
Carbs: 50.9 g
Water: 24.8 g
Other: 1.7 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +26.6%
Contains more WaterWater +42.9%
Contains more FatsFats +78.3%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +10.3%
Contains more OtherOther +22.3%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
54% 34% 12%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.311 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.091 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.761 g
20% 31% 49%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.079 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 4.797 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 7.473 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +129.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +882%
~equal in Saturated fat ~3.079g

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Roti (Chapati) Sweet roll
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Roti (Chapati) Sweet roll DV% diff.
Manganese 1.747mg 0.3mg 63%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.761g 7.473g 45%
Fiber 9.7g 2.4g 29%
Cholesterol 0mg 66mg 22%
Selenium 26.6µg 17µg 17%
Copper 0.229mg 0.088mg 16%
Vitamin B3 4.61mg 2.384mg 14%
Starch 33.67g 14%
Vitamin B6 0.28mg 0.107mg 13%
Phosphorus 158mg 76mg 12%
Fats 9.2g 16.4g 11%
Vitamin B1 0.45mg 0.324mg 11%
Vitamin E 0.55mg 1.99mg 10%
Magnesium 56mg 17mg 9%
Zinc 1.54mg 0.59mg 9%
Iron 2.2mg 1.6mg 8%
Vitamin A 0µg 62µg 7%
Vitamin B2 0.18mg 0.265mg 7%
Folate 45µg 72µg 7%
Monounsaturated fat 2.091g 4.797g 7%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.14µg 6%
Choline 7.8mg 41.3mg 6%
Calcium 36mg 72mg 4%
Calories 299kcal 372kcal 4%
Vitamin B5 0.56mg 0.406mg 3%
Protein 7.85g 6.2g 3%
Potassium 196mg 111mg 3%
Carbs 46.13g 50.9g 2%
Vitamin C 0mg 2mg 2%
Vitamin K 3.3µg 4.4µg 1%
Saturated fat 3.311g 3.079g 1%
Net carbs 36.43g 48.5g N/A
Sugar 2.93g 31.73g N/A
Sodium 298mg 304mg 0%
Trans fat 0.029g N/A
Tryptophan 0.074mg 0%
Threonine 0.211mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.259mg 0%
Leucine 0.458mg 0%
Lysine 0.243mg 0%
Methionine 0.117mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.3mg 0%
Valine 0.291mg 0%
Histidine 0.145mg 0%
Fructose 0.27g 0%
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.004g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.027g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.003g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.72g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Roti (Chapati) Sweet roll
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
30%
Roti (Chapati)
31%
Sweet roll
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
75%
Roti (Chapati)
35%
Sweet roll

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sweet roll
Sweet roll is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.232g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sweet roll
Sweet roll is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sweet roll
Sweet roll is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Roti (Chapati)
Roti (Chapati) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Roti (Chapati)
Roti (Chapati) is lower in Sugar (difference - 28.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Roti (Chapati)
Roti (Chapati) contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Roti (Chapati)
Roti (Chapati) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Roti (Chapati) - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174075/nutrients
  2. Sweet roll - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175034/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.