Flan vs. Pretzel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between flan and pretzel
- Flan is richer in selenium, yet pretzel is richer in iron, manganese, folate, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, phosphorus, and copper.
- Daily need coverage for iron for pretzel is 56% higher.
- Flan contains 5 times more selenium than pretzel. Flan contains 21.3µg of selenium, while pretzel contains 4.4µg.
- Flan contains less sodium.
- Flan has a lower glycemic index than pretzel.
Food types used in this article are Flan, caramel custard, dry mix and Snacks, pretzels, hard, plain, salted.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -65.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +384.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +12.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +45.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +5625% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +940% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2500% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12700% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +14400% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +13.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +149.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +485% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.08mg | 4.58mg | 56% |
| Manganese | 0.007mg | 1.015mg | 44% |
| Folate | 0µg | 166µg | 42% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.424mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 432mg | 1240mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 5.27mg | 33% |
| Selenium | 21.3µg | 4.4µg | 31% |
| Starch | 72.58g | 30% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.332mg | 26% |
| Protein | 0g | 10.04g | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 1mg | 128mg | 18% |
| Copper | 0.015mg | 0.156mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.4g | 14% |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 1.04mg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.291g | 9% | |
| Magnesium | 0mg | 29mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.074mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.322mg | 6% |
| Choline | 29.5mg | 5% | |
| Fats | 0g | 2.93g | 5% |
| Carbs | 91.6g | 80.39g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.47mg | 3% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.391g | 2% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.727g | 2% | |
| Calories | 348kcal | 384kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.8µg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 153mg | 223mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.1mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 91.6g | 76.99g | N/A |
| Calcium | 24mg | 27mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.21g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.097mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.25mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.407mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.757mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.257mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.177mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.48mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.22mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.31g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.063g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.223g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pretzel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pretzel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Flan is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.21g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Flan contains less Sodium (difference - 808mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Flan is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.391g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Flan is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is cheaper?
Flan is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)