Cheese crackers vs. Pop tarts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between cheese crackers and pop tarts
- Cheese crackers have more vitamin B1, folate, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B3, and vitamin B12; however, pop tarts are richer in vitamin A and vitamin B6.
- Pop tarts cover your daily vitamin A needs 30% more than cheese crackers.
- Pop tarts contain less saturated fat.
- Pop tarts have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of pop tarts is 70, while the glycemic index of cheese crackers is 54.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Crackers, cheese, regular and Toaster Pastries, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S POP TARTS, Blueberry.
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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 | +56.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +466.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +64.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +39.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +127.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +20% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -59.1% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +93.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +60.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +90% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +123.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.93 g
Fats:
22.74 g
Carbs:
59.42 g
Water:
3.55 g
Other:
3.36 g
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
13.3 g
Carbs:
68.41 g
Water:
12.5 g
Other:
1.19 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +137.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +71% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +182.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +15.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +252.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.288 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.744 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.09 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.02 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.5 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.81 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +109.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -61.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +13.2% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 10.09g | 4.81g | 35% |
| Vitamin A | 17µg | 289µg | 30% |
| Selenium | 13.5µg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 973mg | 398mg | 25% |
| Manganese | 0.562mg | 24% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.562mg | 0.29mg | 23% |
| Starch | 52.56g | 22% | |
| Folate | 152µg | 80µg | 18% |
| Iron | 4.88mg | 3.5mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.17mg | 0.38mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 200mg | 88mg | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 5.288g | 2.02g | 15% |
| Fats | 22.74g | 13.3g | 15% |
| Vitamin E | 2.19mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.113mg | 3.8mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Protein | 10.93g | 4.6g | 13% |
| Calcium | 136mg | 24mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.472mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 9.4µg | 8% | |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 1.1g | 5% |
| Calories | 489kcal | 412kcal | 4% |
| Carbs | 59.42g | 68.41g | 3% |
| Copper | 0.125mg | 0.15mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 156mg | 95mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 16mg | 2% |
| Choline | 8.7mg | 2% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.744g | 6.5g | 2% |
| Zinc | 1.19mg | 1.27mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.338mg | 0.33mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 57.12g | 67.31g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 1IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 4.53g | 30.9g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.542g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.129mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.295mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.424mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.744mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.418mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.194mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.49mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.478mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.245mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.37g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.715g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 9.25g | 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
49%
36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
69%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pop tarts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pop tarts contains less Sodium (difference - 575mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pop tarts is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.268g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese crackers is lower in Sugar (difference - 26.37g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese crackers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheese crackers is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheese crackers is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)