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Filo vs. Graham cracker — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between filo and graham cracker

  • Filo has more selenium and vitamin B1, while graham cracker has more manganese, phosphorus, vitamin K, vitamin B6, vitamin E, copper, iron, and calcium.
  • Filo's daily need coverage for selenium is 31% higher.
  • Graham cracker contains 2 times less vitamin B1 than filo. Filo contains 0.541mg of vitamin B1, while graham cracker contains 0.265mg.
  • Filo has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of filo is 38, while the glycemic index of graham cracker is 74.

The food types used in this comparison are Phyllo dough and Cookies, graham crackers, plain or honey (includes cinnamon).

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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.
Filo
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 11% 3.3% 6.5% 120% 34% 13% 32% 63% 62% 127%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 29% 23% 15% 142% 57% 26% 79% 60% 133% 34%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +269.8%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +166.7%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +600%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +129.7%
Contains more IronIron +17.8%
Contains more CopperCopper +68.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +95.9%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +146.7%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +114.1%
~equal in Sodium ~459mg

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.
Filo
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 1.6% 0% 135% 79% 76% 18% 6.9% 0% 6.3% 66% 3.8%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 30% 0% 66% 73% 83% 25% 36% 0% 36% 68% 3.2%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +104.2%
Contains more CholineCholine +16.9%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +1787.5%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +39.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +420%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +472%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B2 ~0.317mg
~equal in Vitamin B3 ~4.439mg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg
~equal in Folate ~91µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Filo
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7% 6% 53% 33% 2%
Protein: 7.1 g
Fats: 6 g
Carbs: 52.6 g
Water: 32.6 g
Other: 1.7 g
7% 11% 78% 3%
Protein: 6.69 g
Fats: 10.6 g
Carbs: 77.66 g
Water: 3.39 g
Other: 1.66 g
Contains more WaterWater +861.7%
Contains more FatsFats +76.7%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +47.6%
~equal in Protein ~6.69g
~equal in Other ~1.66g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Filo
2
27% 57% 17%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.47 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 3.149 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.923 g
17% 26% 57%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.633 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.509 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 5.388 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -10%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +25.5%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +483.7%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Filo Graham cracker
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Filo Graham cracker DV% diff.
Selenium 23.3µg 6.3µg 31%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.923g 5.388g 30%
Manganese 0.476mg 1.019mg 24%
Vitamin B1 0.541mg 0.265mg 23%
Starch 46.56g 19%
Phosphorus 75mg 185mg 16%
Vitamin E 0.08mg 1.51mg 10%
Vitamin K 2.5µg 14.3µg 10%
Vitamin B6 0.03mg 0.156mg 10%
Copper 0.101mg 0.17mg 8%
Carbs 52.6g 77.66g 8%
Calories 299kcal 430kcal 7%
Iron 3.21mg 3.78mg 7%
Calcium 11mg 77mg 7%
Fats 6g 10.6g 7%
Magnesium 15mg 40mg 6%
Fiber 1.9g 3.4g 6%
Zinc 0.49mg 0.96mg 4%
Potassium 74mg 170mg 3%
Monounsaturated fat 3.149g 2.509g 2%
Vitamin B5 0.302mg 0.42mg 2%
Vitamin B3 4.073mg 4.439mg 2%
Vitamin B2 0.341mg 0.317mg 2%
Fructose 0.99g 1%
Sodium 483mg 459mg 1%
Folate 88µg 91µg 1%
Saturated fat 1.47g 1.633g 1%
Protein 7.1g 6.69g 1%
Net carbs 50.7g 74.26g N/A
Sugar 0.18g 24.85g N/A
Trans fat 0.055g N/A
Choline 6.9mg 5.9mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.088mg 0%
Threonine 0.194mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.246mg 0%
Leucine 0.49mg 0%
Lysine 0.158mg 0%
Methionine 0.126mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.359mg 0%
Valine 0.286mg 0%
Histidine 0.159mg 0%
Omega-3 - ALA 0.599g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.024g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.004g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.735g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Filo Graham cracker
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
30%
Filo
32%
Graham cracker
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
Filo
60%
Graham cracker

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Graham cracker
Graham cracker is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Graham cracker
Graham cracker contains less Sodium (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Filo
Filo is lower in Sugar (difference - 24.67g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Filo
Filo is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.163g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Filo
Filo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 36)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Filo - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172791/nutrients
  2. Graham cracker - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174957/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.