Focaccia vs. Graham cracker — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between focaccia and graham cracker?
- Focaccia is richer in selenium, vitamin B1, and folate, yet graham cracker is richer in manganese, copper, phosphorus, iron, vitamin K, and fiber.
- Graham cracker's daily need coverage for manganese is 28% higher.
- Focaccia has 3 times more selenium than graham cracker. Focaccia has 15.9µg of selenium, while graham cracker has 6.3µg.
- Focaccia has a lower glycemic index than graham cracker.
We used Focaccia, Italian flatbread, plain and Cookies, graham crackers, plain or honey (includes cinnamon) 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 ZincZinc | +38.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +152.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +120% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +49.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +19.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +86.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +44.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -18.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +179.9% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +77.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +53.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +51.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +21% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +38.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +150.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +103.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.77 g
Fats:
7.89 g
Carbs:
35.82 g
Water:
45.91 g
Other:
1.61 g
Protein:
6.69 g
Fats:
10.6 g
Carbs:
77.66 g
Water:
3.39 g
Other:
1.66 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +31.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1254.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +34.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +116.8% |
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Other
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.877 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.67 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.994 g
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 | -46.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +126% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +442.1% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.994g | 5.388g | 29% |
| Manganese | 0.364mg | 1.019mg | 28% |
| Starch | 46.56g | 19% | |
| Selenium | 15.9µg | 6.3µg | 17% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.47mg | 0.265mg | 17% |
| Carbs | 35.82g | 77.66g | 14% |
| Folate | 138µg | 91µg | 12% |
| Copper | 0.091mg | 0.17mg | 9% |
| Calories | 249kcal | 430kcal | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.67g | 2.509g | 8% |
| Iron | 3.16mg | 3.78mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 128mg | 185mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 5.7µg | 14.3µg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 3.4g | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.67mg | 4.439mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.645mg | 0.42mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 40mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 77mg | 4% |
| Protein | 8.77g | 6.69g | 4% |
| Fats | 7.89g | 10.6g | 4% |
| Sodium | 561mg | 459mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.156mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.33mg | 0.96mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.877g | 1.633g | 3% |
| Potassium | 114mg | 170mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 1.42mg | 1.51mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.301mg | 0.317mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.99g | 1% | |
| Choline | 2.9mg | 5.9mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 34.02g | 74.26g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.75g | 24.85g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.055g | N/A |
| 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 |
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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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32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Graham cracker is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Graham cracker contains less Sodium (difference - 102mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Focaccia is lower in Sugar (difference - 23.1g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Focaccia is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.756g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Focaccia is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
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.