Danish pastry vs. Pita — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Danish pastry and Pita different?
- Danish pastry is richer in Vitamin B2, Folate, and Vitamin B12, while Pita is higher in Copper, Vitamin B1, Manganese, and Calcium.
- Danish pastry covers your daily need of Saturated Fat 33% more than Pita.
- Pita is lower in Cholesterol.
Danish pastry, cheese and Bread, pita, white, unenriched types were 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 IronIron | +28.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +11.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -22.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +73.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +145.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +22.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +88.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +20% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +37% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +168% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +17.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +150% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +40.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +30.6% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8 g
Fats:
21.9 g
Carbs:
37.2 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
1.5 g
Protein:
9.1 g
Fats:
1.2 g
Carbs:
55.7 g
Water:
32.1 g
Other:
1.9 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +1725% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +13.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +49.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +26.7% |
~equal in
Water
~32.1g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
6.794 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
11.313 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.575 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.166 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.105 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.535 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +10674.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +381.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -97.6% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 374kcal | 275kcal |
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| Protein | 8g | 9.1g |
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| Fats | 21.9g | 1.2g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 36.2g | 53.5g |
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| Carbs | 37.2g | 55.7g |
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| Cholesterol | 23mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin D | 2IU |
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| Magnesium | 15mg | 26mg |
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| Calcium | 35mg | 86mg |
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| Potassium | 98mg | 120mg |
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| Iron | 1.8mg | 1.4mg |
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| Sugar | 6.95g |
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| Fiber | 1g | 2.2g |
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| Copper | 0.089mg | 0.168mg |
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| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.84mg |
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| Phosphorus | 108mg | 97mg |
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| Sodium | 417mg | 536mg |
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| Vitamin A | 128IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 35µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.35mg |
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| Manganese | 0.351mg | 0.481mg |
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| Selenium | 18.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.19mg | 0.267mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.26mg | 0.097mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2mg | 2.142mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 0.397mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.034mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.2µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 6.9µg |
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| Folate | 60µg | 24µg |
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| Choline | 20.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 6.794g | 0.166g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 11.313g | 0.105g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.575g | 0.535g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.089mg | 0.105mg |
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| Threonine | 0.293mg | 0.257mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.371mg | 0.349mg |
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| Leucine | 0.644mg | 0.634mg |
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| Lysine | 0.43mg | 0.219mg |
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| Methionine | 0.174mg | 0.16mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.446mg |
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| Valine | 0.412mg | 0.394mg |
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| Histidine | 0.205mg | 0.195mg |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g |
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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
22%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pita is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pita is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.95g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pita is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.628g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pita is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Danish pastry contains less Sodium (difference - 119mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Danish pastry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Danish pastry is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)