Chicken fingers vs. Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chicken fingers and saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) different?
- Chicken fingers are higher in vitamin B6, phosphorus, and vitamin B5; however, saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is richer in iron, vitamin B1, folate, vitamin B2, manganese, and vitamin K.
- Daily need coverage for iron for saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is 61% higher.
- Chicken fingers have a lower glycemic index (46) than saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) (74).
Fast foods, chicken tenders and Crackers, saltines (includes oyster, soda, soup) are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +21.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +145.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +176.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -18.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +69.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +11.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +663% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +101.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +200.9% |
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 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +175.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +27.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +132.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +395.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +77.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +161.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +538.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +172.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +217.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +605.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.22 g
Fats:
13.95 g
Carbs:
17.25 g
Water:
46.64 g
Other:
2.94 g
Protein:
9.46 g
Fats:
8.64 g
Carbs:
74.05 g
Water:
5.05 g
Other:
2.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +103.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +61.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +823.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +329.3% |
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Other
~2.8g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.83 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.783 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.653 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.986 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.835 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +143.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +19.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -33.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
17.03 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
67.83 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.12 g
Fructose:
0.19 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.98 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +298.3% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Cholesterol |
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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 |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.73mg | 5.57mg | 61% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.702mg | 49% |
| Folate | 19µg | 134µg | 29% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.426mg | 0.086mg | 26% |
| Phosphorus | 282mg | 102mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.179mg | 0.487mg | 24% |
| Starch | 17.03g | 67.83g | 21% |
| Manganese | 0.228mg | 0.686mg | 20% |
| Protein | 19.22g | 9.46g | 20% |
| Carbs | 17.25g | 74.05g | 19% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Vitamin K | 8µg | 25.4µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.244mg | 0.536mg | 14% |
| Vitamin E | 3.17mg | 1.15mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 17.5µg | 10.3µg | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.217mg | 6.442mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.069mg | 0.139mg | 8% |
| Fats | 13.95g | 8.64g | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.83g | 1.986g | 7% |
| Calories | 271kcal | 418kcal | 7% |
| Potassium | 373mg | 152mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 769mg | 941mg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.783g | 4.835g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 2.8g | 6% |
| Choline | 43.7mg | 16.7mg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.493g | 1.653g | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.09µg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 23mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.05g | 71.25g | N/A |
| Calcium | 17mg | 19mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 1.29g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.71mg | 0.69mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.052g | 0.167g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.222mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.803mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.845mg | 0.333mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.553mg | 0.652mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.616mg | 0.172mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.518mg | 0.147mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.437mg | 0.45mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.908mg | 0.399mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.655mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.19g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g | 0.535g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | 0.018g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.439g | 4.25g | 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
42%
51%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
62%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.84g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken fingers is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.89g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken fingers contains less Sodium (difference - 172mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken fingers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken fingers is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.