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Graham cracker vs. Drumstick tree — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between graham cracker and drumstick tree

  • Graham cracker has more iron, manganese, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, folate, and selenium, while drumstick tree has more vitamin C.
  • Drumstick tree covers your daily need for vitamin C, 157% more than graham cracker.
  • Graham cracker contains 11 times more sodium than drumstick tree. While graham cracker contains 459mg of sodium, drumstick tree contains only 42mg.
  • Drumstick tree has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of drumstick tree is 0, while the glycemic index of graham cracker is 74.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cookies, graham crackers, plain or honey (includes cinnamon) and Drumstick pods, raw.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 29% 23% 15% 142% 57% 26% 79% 60% 133% 34%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 32% 9% 41% 14% 28% 12% 21% 5.5% 34% 3.8%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +156.7%
Contains more IronIron +950%
Contains more CopperCopper +102.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +113.3%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +270%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +293.4%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +800%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +12.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +171.2%
Contains less SodiumSodium -90.8%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 30% 0% 66% 73% 83% 25% 36% 0% 36% 68% 3.2%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 470% 1.3% 0% 0% 13% 17% 12% 48% 28% 0% 0% 33% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +400%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +328.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +616%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +30%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +106.8%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +89%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
7% 11% 78% 3%
Protein: 6.69 g
Fats: 10.6 g
Carbs: 77.66 g
Water: 3.39 g
Other: 1.66 g
2% 9% 88%
Protein: 2.1 g
Fats: 0.2 g
Carbs: 8.53 g
Water: 88.2 g
Other: 0.97 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +218.6%
Contains more FatsFats +5200%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +810.4%
Contains more OtherOther +71.1%
Contains more WaterWater +2501.8%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
17% 26% 57%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.633 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.509 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 5.388 g
24% 74% 2%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.033 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.102 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.003 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +2359.8%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +179500%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -98%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Graham cracker Drumstick tree
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Graham cracker Drumstick tree DV% diff.
Vitamin C 0mg 141mg 157%
Iron 3.78mg 0.36mg 43%
Polyunsaturated fat 5.388g 0.003g 36%
Manganese 1.019mg 0.259mg 33%
Vitamin B3 4.439mg 0.62mg 24%
Carbs 77.66g 8.53g 23%
Calories 430kcal 37kcal 20%
Vitamin B2 0.317mg 0.074mg 19%
Starch 46.56g 19%
Phosphorus 185mg 50mg 19%
Sodium 459mg 42mg 18%
Vitamin B1 0.265mg 0.053mg 18%
Fats 10.6g 0.2g 16%
Folate 91µg 44µg 12%
Vitamin K 14.3µg 12%
Copper 0.17mg 0.084mg 10%
Vitamin E 1.51mg 10%
Selenium 6.3µg 0.7µg 10%
Protein 6.69g 2.1g 9%
Potassium 170mg 461mg 9%
Vitamin B5 0.42mg 0.794mg 7%
Saturated fat 1.633g 0.033g 7%
Monounsaturated fat 2.509g 0.102g 6%
Calcium 77mg 30mg 5%
Zinc 0.96mg 0.45mg 5%
Vitamin B6 0.156mg 0.12mg 3%
Choline 5.9mg 1%
Fiber 3.4g 3.2g 1%
Magnesium 40mg 45mg 1%
Fructose 0.99g 1%
Net carbs 74.26g 5.33g N/A
Sugar 24.85g N/A
Vitamin A 0µg 4µg 0%
Trans fat 0.055g 0g 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

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Graham cracker Drumstick tree
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
32%
Graham cracker
48%
Drumstick tree
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
Graham cracker
20%
Drumstick tree

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Graham cracker
Graham cracker is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Graham cracker
Graham cracker is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Drumstick tree
Drumstick tree is lower in Sugar (difference - 24.85g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Drumstick tree
Drumstick tree contains less Sodium (difference - 417mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Drumstick tree
Drumstick tree is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.6g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Drumstick tree
Drumstick tree is lower in glycemic index (difference - 74)
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 ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Graham cracker - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174957/nutrients
  2. Drumstick tree - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170483/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.