Croissant vs. Graham cracker — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between croissant and graham cracker
- Croissant has more selenium, vitamin A, and vitamin B1; however, graham cracker has more manganese, iron, vitamin B3, phosphorus, and vitamin K.
- Croissant's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 50% more.
- Graham cracker has a higher glycemic index than croissant.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Croissants, butter and Cookies, graham crackers, plain or honey (includes cinnamon).
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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 SeleniumSelenium | +260.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +150% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +108.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +44.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +86.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +112.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +28% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +76.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +208.8% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +46.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +105% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +557.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +79.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +31.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +102.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +169% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +694.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.2 g
Fats:
21 g
Carbs:
45.8 g
Water:
23.2 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
6.69 g
Fats:
10.6 g
Carbs:
77.66 g
Water:
3.39 g
Other:
1.66 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +22.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +98.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +584.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +69.6% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
11.659 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.525 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.094 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.633 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.509 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.388 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +120.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -86% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +392.5% |
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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| Saturated fat | 11.659g | 1.633g | 46% |
| Selenium | 22.7µg | 6.3µg | 30% |
| Manganese | 0.33mg | 1.019mg | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.094g | 5.388g | 29% |
| Vitamin A | 206µg | 0µg | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Iron | 2.03mg | 3.78mg | 22% |
| Starch | 46.56g | 19% | |
| Fats | 21g | 10.6g | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.188mg | 4.439mg | 14% |
| Carbs | 45.8g | 77.66g | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 105mg | 185mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 14.3µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.388mg | 0.265mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.17mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.861mg | 0.42mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.058mg | 0.156mg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.525g | 2.509g | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Choline | 38.8mg | 5.9mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 40mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.241mg | 0.317mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.84mg | 1.51mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 77mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.6g | 3.4g | 3% |
| Protein | 8.2g | 6.69g | 3% |
| Potassium | 118mg | 170mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.75mg | 0.96mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.99g | 1% | |
| Calories | 406kcal | 430kcal | 1% |
| Folate | 88µg | 91µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.2g | 74.26g | N/A |
| Sugar | 11.26g | 24.85g | N/A |
| Sodium | 467mg | 459mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.055g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.099mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.284mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.365mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.623mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.329mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.175mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.416mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.41mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.599g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.735g | 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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32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Graham cracker is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Graham cracker contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Graham cracker is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.026g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Graham cracker is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Croissant is lower in Sugar (difference - 13.59g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Croissant is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
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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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.