Gingersnaps vs. Graham cracker — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between gingersnaps and graham cracker
- Gingersnaps have more iron, manganese, copper, and potassium; however, graham cracker is higher in phosphorus, vitamin K, vitamin B3, and vitamin B1.
- Gingersnaps cover your daily iron needs 33% more than graham cracker.
- Graham cracker contains 2 times less potassium than gingersnaps. Gingersnaps contain 346mg of potassium, while graham cracker contains 170mg.
- Graham cracker has less saturated fat.
Food varieties used in this article are Cookies, gingersnaps 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +22.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +103.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +69.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +79.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +52.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +74.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +122.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +23.5% |
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 CholineCholine | +49.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +55.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +32.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +37.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +10.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +59.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +472% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.6 g
Fats:
9.8 g
Carbs:
76.9 g
Water:
5.3 g
Other:
2.4 g
Protein:
6.69 g
Fats:
10.6 g
Carbs:
77.66 g
Water:
3.39 g
Other:
1.66 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +56.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +44.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +19.5% |
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Fats
~10.6g
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Carbs
~77.66g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.451 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.365 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.372 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.633 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.509 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.388 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +113.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -33.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +292.7% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 6.4mg | 3.78mg | 33% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.372g | 5.388g | 27% |
| Manganese | 1.555mg | 1.019mg | 23% |
| Starch | 46.56g | 19% | |
| Phosphorus | 83mg | 185mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.305mg | 0.17mg | 15% |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 14.3µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.235mg | 4.439mg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.365g | 2.509g | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.2mg | 0.265mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 346mg | 170mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.2g | 3.4g | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.098mg | 0.156mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.97mg | 1.51mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.55mg | 0.96mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 2.451g | 1.633g | 4% |
| Sodium | 501mg | 459mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 5.1µg | 6.3µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 49mg | 40mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.293mg | 0.317mg | 2% |
| Protein | 5.6g | 6.69g | 2% |
| Choline | 8.8mg | 5.9mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.99g | 1% | |
| Calories | 416kcal | 430kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.42mg | 1% |
| Folate | 87µg | 91µg | 1% |
| Fats | 9.8g | 10.6g | 1% |
| Carbs | 76.9g | 77.66g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 74.7g | 74.26g | N/A |
| Calcium | 77mg | 77mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 19.92g | 24.85g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.055g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.08mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.155mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.212mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.38mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.195mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.094mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.263mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.248mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.114mg | 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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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
78%
60%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Graham cracker contains less Sodium (difference - 42mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Graham cracker is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.818g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Graham cracker is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gingersnaps is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.93g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Gingersnaps is lower in glycemic index (difference - 74)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Gingersnaps is relatively richer in minerals
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 ($)