French toast vs. Doughnuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between french toast and doughnuts?
- French toast is higher in selenium, vitamin A, and vitamin B12; however, doughnuts are richer in phosphorus, vitamin B1, folate, iron, and vitamin B3.
- Doughnuts' daily need coverage for saturated fat is 42% more.
- Doughnuts contain 31 times less vitamin A than french toast. French toast contains 124µg of vitamin A, while doughnuts contain 4µg.
- Doughnuts have less cholesterol.
We used French toast, prepared from recipe, made with low fat (2%) milk and Doughnuts, cake-type, plain (includes unsugared, old-fashioned) types in this article.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +150% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +34% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +99% |
| Contains more IronIron | +51.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +55.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +122.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +77.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +3000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +45.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +48% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +416.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +91.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +78.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +114% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.7 g
Fats:
10.8 g
Carbs:
25 g
Water:
54.7 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
5.31 g
Fats:
24.93 g
Carbs:
47.06 g
Water:
20.82 g
Other:
1.88 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +45% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +162.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +130.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +88.2% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.723 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.524 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.594 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
11.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.544 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.915 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -75.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +88.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +50.9% |
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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| Saturated fat | 2.723g | 11.105g | 38% |
| Cholesterol | 116mg | 10mg | 35% |
| Fats | 10.8g | 24.93g | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 117mg | 260mg | 20% |
| Selenium | 20.1µg | 10.1µg | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.204mg | 0.39mg | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 1.99mg | 13% | |
| Vitamin A | 124µg | 4µg | 13% |
| Folate | 43µg | 92µg | 12% |
| Iron | 1.67mg | 2.53mg | 11% |
| Starch | 25.91g | 11% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.524g | 8.544g | 10% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.31µg | 0.06µg | 10% |
| Calories | 229kcal | 434kcal | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.594g | 3.915g | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.628mg | 2.91mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 9.8µg | 8% | |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 7% | |
| Choline | 37.3mg | 7% | |
| Carbs | 25g | 47.06g | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.188mg | 0.333mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 100mg | 40mg | 6% |
| Protein | 7.7g | 5.31g | 5% |
| Copper | 0.058mg | 0.09mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.549mg | 0.377mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.321mg | 0.301mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.074mg | 0.05mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.67mg | 0.5mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 25g | 45.36g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 134mg | 134mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 18.15g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 479mg | 477mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.094mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.305mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.375mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.621mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.413mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.188mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.389mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.419mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.179mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.01g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.239g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.017g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.573g | 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 lower in Sugar?
French toast is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.15g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
French toast is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.382g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
French toast is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Doughnuts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 106mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Doughnuts contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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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