French toast vs. Pop tarts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between French toast and Pop tarts
- French toast is higher in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B5, and Calcium, yet Pop tarts are higher in Vitamin B6, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B3, Copper, and Folate.
- French toast covers your daily Cholesterol needs 39% more than Pop tarts.
- The amount of Cholesterol in Pop tarts are lower.
Food varieties used in this article are French toast, prepared from recipe, made with low fat (2%) milk and Toaster Pastries, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S POP TARTS, Blueberry.
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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 | +316.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +41.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +33% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +109.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +158.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +89.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -16.9% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +91.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +42.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +133.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +413.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +86% |
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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:
4.6 g
Fats:
13.3 g
Carbs:
68.41 g
Water:
12.5 g
Other:
1.19 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +67.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +337.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +51.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +23.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +173.6% |
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
2.02 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.5 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.81 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -25.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +43.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +85.4% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 229kcal | 412kcal |
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| Protein | 7.7g | 4.6g |
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| Fats | 10.8g | 13.3g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 25g | 67.31g |
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| Carbs | 25g | 68.41g |
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| Cholesterol | 116mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 17mg | 16mg |
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| Calcium | 100mg | 24mg |
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| Potassium | 134mg | 95mg |
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| Iron | 1.67mg | 3.5mg |
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| Sugar | 30.9g |
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| Fiber | 1.1g |
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| Copper | 0.058mg | 0.15mg |
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| Zinc | 0.67mg | 1.27mg |
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| Phosphorus | 117mg | 88mg |
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| Sodium | 479mg | 398mg |
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| Vitamin A | 503IU | 962IU |
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| Vitamin A | 124µg | 289µg |
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| Manganese | 0.188mg |
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| Selenium | 20.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.204mg | 0.29mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.321mg | 0.33mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.628mg | 3.8mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.549mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.074mg | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.31µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 43µg | 80µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.723g | 2.02g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.524g | 6.5g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.594g | 4.81g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.094mg |
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| Threonine | 0.305mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.375mg |
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| Leucine | 0.621mg |
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| Lysine | 0.413mg |
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| Methionine | 0.188mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.389mg |
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| Valine | 0.419mg |
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| Histidine | 0.179mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.01g |
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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
24%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pop tarts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 116mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pop tarts contains less Sodium (difference - 81mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pop tarts is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.703g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French toast is lower in Sugar (difference - 30.9g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
French toast is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
French toast is relatively richer in minerals
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.