Roti (Chapati) vs. White bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between roti (Chapati) and white bread
- Roti (Chapati) is richer in manganese, fiber, vitamin B6, copper, phosphorus, and selenium, yet white bread is richer in iron, folate, and calcium.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for roti (Chapati) is 53% higher.
- Roti (Chapati) contains 5 times more saturated fat than white bread. Roti (Chapati) contains 3.311g of saturated fat, while white bread contains 0.698g.
- Roti (Chapati) has a lower glycemic index than white bread.
Food types used in this article are Bread, chapati or roti, whole wheat, commercially prepared, frozen and Bread, white, commercially prepared (includes soft bread crumbs).
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +143.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +55.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +126.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +108.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +61.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -39.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +225.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +20.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +300% |
| Contains more IronIron | +64.1% |
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 | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +221.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1550% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +18.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +35% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +146.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +87.2% |
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:
8.85 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
49.42 g
Water:
36.42 g
Other:
1.98 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +176.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +42.4% |
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Carbs
~49.42g
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Water
~36.42g
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
0.698 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.599 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.602 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +249.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -78.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +110.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
33.67 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0.3 g
Fructose:
0.27 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.97 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
37.17 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.57 g
Fructose:
2.43 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.67 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +18% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +10.4% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +423.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +800% |
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Lactose
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Galactose
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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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 1.747mg | 0.536mg | 53% |
| Fiber | 9.7g | 2.7g | 28% |
| Iron | 2.2mg | 3.61mg | 18% |
| Folate | 45µg | 111µg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.28mg | 0.087mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.229mg | 0.101mg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 3.311g | 0.698g | 12% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 144mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 158mg | 98mg | 9% |
| Fats | 9.2g | 3.33g | 9% |
| Magnesium | 56mg | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 298mg | 490mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 26.6µg | 22µg | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.54mg | 0.74mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.45mg | 0.533mg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.761g | 1.602g | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.18mg | 0.243mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.091g | 0.599g | 4% |
| Fructose | 0.27g | 2.43g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 3.3µg | 0.2µg | 3% |
| Calories | 299kcal | 266kcal | 2% |
| Potassium | 196mg | 126mg | 2% |
| Protein | 7.85g | 8.85g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.55mg | 0.22mg | 2% |
| Choline | 7.8mg | 14.6mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 46.13g | 49.42g | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.61mg | 4.78mg | 1% |
| Starch | 33.67g | 37.17g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 36.43g | 46.72g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.93g | 5.67g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.56mg | 0.536mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.029g | 0.027g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.027g | 0.166g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.72g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
White bread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.613g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Roti (Chapati) is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.74g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Roti (Chapati) contains less Sodium (difference - 192mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Roti (Chapati) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Roti (Chapati) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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