Graham cracker vs. Fudge — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between graham cracker and fudge
- Graham cracker has more vitamin B3, manganese, iron, folate, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, and phosphorus, while fudge has more copper.
- Graham cracker covers your daily need for vitamin B3, 27% more than fudge.
- Graham cracker contains 23 times more folate than fudge. While graham cracker contains 91µg of folate, fudge contains only 4µg.
- The amount of sodium in fudge is lower.
- Fudge has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of fudge is 49, 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 Candies, fudge, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe.
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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 | +57.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +26.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +113.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +160.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +141.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +152% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +93.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +15.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +738.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +919.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +272.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2422.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1200% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +921.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2175% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +69.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.69 g
Fats:
10.6 g
Carbs:
77.66 g
Water:
3.39 g
Other:
1.66 g
Protein:
2.39 g
Fats:
10.41 g
Carbs:
76.44 g
Water:
9.81 g
Other:
0.95 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +179.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +74.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +189.4% |
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Fats
~10.41g
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Carbs
~76.44g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.633 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.509 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.388 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.448 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.943 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.373 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -74.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1344.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +17.3% |
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 | 5.388g | 0.373g | 33% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.439mg | 0.176mg | 27% |
| Manganese | 1.019mg | 0.422mg | 26% |
| Iron | 3.78mg | 1.77mg | 25% |
| Folate | 91µg | 4µg | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 1.633g | 6.448g | 22% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.265mg | 0.026mg | 20% |
| Starch | 46.56g | 19% | |
| Sodium | 459mg | 45mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.317mg | 0.085mg | 18% |
| Copper | 0.17mg | 0.329mg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 185mg | 71mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.156mg | 0.012mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 14.3µg | 1.4µg | 11% |
| Protein | 6.69g | 2.39g | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 1.51mg | 0.18mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 6.3µg | 2.5µg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3.4g | 1.7g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.42mg | 0.14mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 44µg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 14mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.09µg | 4% |
| Calcium | 77mg | 49mg | 3% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Choline | 5.9mg | 10mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.509g | 2.943g | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.99g | 1% | |
| Calories | 430kcal | 411kcal | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.96mg | 1.11mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 170mg | 134mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 40mg | 36mg | 1% |
| Fats | 10.6g | 10.41g | 0% |
| Carbs | 77.66g | 76.44g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 74.26g | 74.74g | N/A |
| Sugar | 24.85g | 73.12g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.055g | 0.165g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.599g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0g | 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
32%
6%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Graham cracker is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Graham cracker is lower in Sugar (difference - 48.27g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Graham cracker is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.815g)
Which food is cheaper?
Graham cracker is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Graham cracker is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Graham cracker is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fudge contains less Sodium (difference - 414mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fudge is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)