Croissant vs. Merlot — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between croissant and merlot
- Merlot contains less selenium, vitamin B1, folate, iron, vitamin B5, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, phosphorus, and fiber than croissant.
- Croissant's daily need coverage for selenium is 41% higher.
- The amount of sodium in merlot is lower.
- Merlot has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of merlot is 15, while the glycemic index of croissant is 56.
The food types used in this comparison are Croissants, butter and Alcoholic Beverage, wine, table, red, Merlot.
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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 | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +362.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +341.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +627.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +435.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +356.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +150% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +11250% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.1% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +7660% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +677.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +876.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +2770% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +8700% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +11614.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1724.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +273.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +501.7% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 11.659g | 53% | |
| Selenium | 22.7µg | 0.2µg | 41% |
| Fats | 21g | 0g | 32% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.388mg | 0.005mg | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 206µg | 23% | |
| Folate | 88µg | 1µg | 22% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 467mg | 4mg | 20% |
| Iron | 2.03mg | 0.46mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.861mg | 0.03mg | 17% |
| Calories | 406kcal | 83kcal | 16% |
| Protein | 8.2g | 0.07g | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.241mg | 0.031mg | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.525g | 14% | |
| Carbs | 45.8g | 2.51g | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 105mg | 23mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.188mg | 0.224mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.6g | 0g | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.33mg | 0.132mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.011mg | 8% |
| Choline | 38.8mg | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.094g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.84mg | 6% | |
| Zinc | 0.75mg | 0.14mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 8mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 12mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.2g | 2.51g | N/A |
| Potassium | 118mg | 127mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 11.26g | 0.62g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.058mg | 0.057mg | 0% |
| 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 | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 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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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Merlot is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Merlot is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.64g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Merlot contains less Sodium (difference - 463mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Merlot is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 11.659g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Merlot is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food is cheaper?
Croissant is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Croissant is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Croissant is relatively richer in vitamins