Falafel vs. Oyster breaded and fried — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between falafel and oyster breaded and fried?
- Falafel is richer in folate, potassium, and manganese, while oyster breaded and fried is higher in zinc, vitamin B12, copper, selenium, iron, and vitamin A.
- Oyster breaded and fried's daily need coverage for zinc is 778% higher.
- Oyster breaded and fried has 3 times less folate than falafel. Falafel has 93µg of folate, while oyster breaded and fried has 31µg.
- Falafel has a higher glycemic index (33) than oyster breaded and fried (0).
We used Falafel, home-prepared and Mollusks, oyster, eastern, cooked, breaded and fried 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 | +41.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +139.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +20.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -29.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +41% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +14.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +103.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1564.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +5708.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +6550% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +95.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +137.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +8900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +21.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +58% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.31 g
Fats:
17.8 g
Carbs:
31.84 g
Water:
34.62 g
Other:
2.43 g
Protein:
8.77 g
Fats:
12.58 g
Carbs:
11.62 g
Water:
64.72 g
Other:
2.31 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +51.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +41.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +174% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +86.9% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.383 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.171 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.16 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.197 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.702 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.313 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -25.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +116.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +25.6% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Zinc | 1.5mg | 87.13mg | 778% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 15.63µg | 651% |
| Copper | 0.258mg | 4.294mg | 448% |
| Selenium | 1µg | 66.5µg | 119% |
| Iron | 3.42mg | 6.95mg | 44% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 71mg | 24% |
| Folate | 93µg | 31µg | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 10.171g | 4.702g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 90µg | 10% |
| Potassium | 585mg | 244mg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.691mg | 0.49mg | 9% |
| Protein | 13.31g | 8.77g | 9% |
| Fats | 17.8g | 12.58g | 8% |
| Carbs | 31.84g | 11.62g | 7% |
| Calories | 333kcal | 199kcal | 7% |
| Magnesium | 82mg | 58mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.16g | 3.313g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.125mg | 0.064mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 192mg | 159mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 294mg | 417mg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.383g | 3.197g | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.044mg | 1.65mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.166mg | 0.202mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 3.8mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 62mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 31.84g | 11.62g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.146mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.292mg | 0.27mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.134mg | 0.105mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.492mg | 0.365mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.567mg | 0.396mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.944mg | 0.638mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.856mg | 0.582mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.187mg | 0.199mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.707mg | 0.352mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.562mg | 0.409mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.364mg | 0.175mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.202g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.218g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.048g | 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
17%
167%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
470%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Oyster breaded and fried is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is cheaper?
Oyster breaded and fried is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Falafel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 71mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Falafel contains less Sodium (difference - 123mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Falafel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.814g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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