Croissant vs. Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between croissant and saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup)?
- Croissant is higher in selenium; however, saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is richer in iron, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, vitamin K, vitamin B2, and manganese.
- Croissant's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 50% more.
- Croissant has a lower glycemic index (56) than saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) (74).
We used Croissants, butter and Crackers, saltines (includes oyster, soda, soup) types 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 CalciumCalcium | +94.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +120.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +43.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +28.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +174.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +73.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +107.9% |
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 | +20500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +60.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +77.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +132.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +36.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +80.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +102.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +194.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +48.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1311.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +52.3% |
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:
9.46 g
Fats:
8.64 g
Carbs:
74.05 g
Water:
5.05 g
Other:
2.8 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +143.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +359.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +61.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +55.6% |
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
1.653 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.986 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.835 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +178.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -85.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +342% |
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 | 1.653g | 45% |
| Iron | 2.03mg | 5.57mg | 44% |
| Starch | 67.83g | 28% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.188mg | 6.442mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.388mg | 0.702mg | 26% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.094g | 4.835g | 25% |
| Vitamin A | 206µg | 1µg | 23% |
| Selenium | 22.7µg | 10.3µg | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 467mg | 941mg | 21% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 25.4µg | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.241mg | 0.487mg | 19% |
| Fats | 21g | 8.64g | 19% |
| Manganese | 0.33mg | 0.686mg | 15% |
| Folate | 88µg | 134µg | 12% |
| Carbs | 45.8g | 74.05g | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.525g | 1.986g | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.861mg | 0.536mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.139mg | 7% |
| Choline | 38.8mg | 16.7mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.09µg | 3% |
| Protein | 8.2g | 9.46g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.84mg | 1.15mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 19mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 23mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.058mg | 0.086mg | 2% |
| Calories | 406kcal | 418kcal | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.75mg | 0.69mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 2.6g | 2.8g | 1% |
| Potassium | 118mg | 152mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.2g | 71.25g | N/A |
| Sugar | 11.26g | 1.29g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 105mg | 102mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.167g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.099mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.284mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.365mg | 0.333mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.623mg | 0.652mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.329mg | 0.172mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.175mg | 0.147mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.416mg | 0.45mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.41mg | 0.399mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.187mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.19g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.535g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 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
35%
51%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
62%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.97g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.006g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Croissant contains less Sodium (difference - 474mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Croissant is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is cheaper?
Croissant is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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