Fast food vs. Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between fast food and saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup)
- Fast food is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, and zinc, yet saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is higher in vitamin B1, iron, vitamin K, manganese, and folate.
- Fast food covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 33% more than saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup).
- Fast food contains 4 times more zinc than saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup). While fast food contains 2.52mg of zinc, saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) contains only 0.69mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain and Crackers, saltines (includes oyster, soda, soup).
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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 | +17.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +226.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +29.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +265.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +31.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -64.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +97.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +82% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +92.2% |
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 AVitamin A | +800% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +146.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +888.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +106% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +202.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +121.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +34.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +14.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +418.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +67.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.52 g
Fats:
12.01 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
38.45 g
Other:
1.52 g
Protein:
9.46 g
Fats:
8.64 g
Carbs:
74.05 g
Water:
5.05 g
Other:
2.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +74.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +39% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +661.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +135.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +84.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.835 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.68 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 | +143.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -63.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +187.8% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
22.87 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
2.05 g
Fructose:
2.27 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.57 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
67.83 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.12 g
Fructose:
0.19 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.98 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +1608.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1094.7% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +196.6% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +71.9% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.89µg | 0.09µg | 33% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.317mg | 0.702mg | 32% |
| Iron | 3.06mg | 5.57mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 331mg | 941mg | 27% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.68g | 4.835g | 21% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 67.83g | 19% |
| Selenium | 20.3µg | 10.3µg | 18% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 25.4µg | 17% |
| Zinc | 2.52mg | 0.69mg | 17% |
| Carbs | 31.5g | 74.05g | 14% |
| Folate | 80µg | 134µg | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.686mg | 14% |
| Protein | 16.52g | 9.46g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 4.493g | 1.653g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.487mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 0.086mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.835g | 1.986g | 7% |
| Calories | 297kcal | 418kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 1.15mg | 5% |
| Fats | 12.01g | 8.64g | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 134mg | 102mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.617mg | 6.442mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 19mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 2.8g | 4% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 16.7mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 2.27g | 0.19g | 3% |
| Copper | 0.121mg | 0.139mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 23mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 197mg | 152mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 29.8g | 71.25g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.88g | 1.29g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.53mg | 0.536mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | 0.167g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.144mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.46mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.642mg | 0.333mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.13mg | 0.652mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.785mg | 0.172mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.306mg | 0.147mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.67mg | 0.45mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.728mg | 0.399mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.402mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.121g | 0.535g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | 0.018g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.391g | 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
43%
51%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
62%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.59g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.84g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fast food contains less Sodium (difference - 610mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fast food is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is cheaper?
Fast food 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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