Dates vs. Crackers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between dates and crackers?
- Dates are richer in fiber, while crackers are higher in vitamin K, iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, phosphorus, vitamin E, and vitamin B3.
- Crackers' daily need coverage for vitamin K is 56% higher.
- Crackers have 3 times less fiber than dates. Dates have 8g of fiber, while crackers have 2.3g.
- Dates are lower in saturated fat.
- Crackers have a higher glycemic index (63) than dates (42).
We used Dates, deglet noor and Crackers, standard snack-type, regular types in this comparison.
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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 | +138.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +455.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +98.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +207.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +295.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +69% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +300% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +87.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +123.3% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +41.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +161.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +5960% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +590.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +241.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2466.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +384.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +52.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +553.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +171% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +6676.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +55.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +18102.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +69042.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +243% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +4127.7% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +6644.8% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +300% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.019g | 13.137g | 87% |
| Vitamin K | 2.7µg | 69.3µg | 56% |
| Fats | 0.39g | 26.43g | 40% |
| Iron | 1.02mg | 4.03mg | 38% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 726mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.066mg | 0.456mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.052mg | 0.416mg | 30% |
| Phosphorus | 62mg | 248mg | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 0.032g | 5.562g | 25% |
| Fructose | 19.56g | 0.29g | 24% |
| Fiber | 8g | 2.3g | 23% |
| Vitamin E | 0.05mg | 3.03mg | 20% |
| Starch | 49.69g | 20% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.274mg | 4.352mg | 19% |
| Folate | 19µg | 92µg | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.036g | 6.553g | 16% |
| Potassium | 656mg | 118mg | 16% |
| Calories | 282kcal | 510kcal | 11% |
| Copper | 0.206mg | 0.104mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.262mg | 0.491mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 120mg | 8% |
| Protein | 2.45g | 6.64g | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.165mg | 0.063mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 3µg | 6.7µg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 43mg | 18mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 75.03g | 61.3g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.589mg | 0.417mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.29mg | 0.49mg | 2% |
| Choline | 6.3mg | 9.6mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 67.03g | 59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 63.35g | 8.18g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 1.076g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.043mg | 0.193mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.049mg | 0.246mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.084mg | 0.471mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.066mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.022mg | 0.112mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.05mg | 0.331mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.071mg | 0.294mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.032mg | 0.145mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.485g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.062g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 11.48g | 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
12%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dates contains less Sodium (difference - 724mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Dates is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.53g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Dates is lower in glycemic index (difference - 21)
Which food is cheaper?
Dates is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Crackers is lower in Sugar (difference - 55.17g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Crackers is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Crackers is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)