Graham cracker vs. Gingerbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are graham cracker and gingerbread different?
- Graham cracker is higher in phosphorus, vitamin B3, manganese, folate, vitamin B2, and iron; however, gingerbread is richer in selenium and potassium.
- Daily need coverage for phosphorus for graham cracker is 19% higher.
- Graham cracker contains 3 times more folate than gingerbread. While graham cracker contains 91µg of folate, gingerbread contains only 33µg.
- Graham cracker has less saturated fat.
- Graham cracker has a lower glycemic index (74) than gingerbread (86).
Cookies, graham crackers, plain or honey (includes cinnamon) and Cake, gingerbread, prepared from recipe are the varieties used 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 IronIron | +31.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +146.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +242.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +49.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +75% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +158.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -28.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +158.7% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +39.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +95.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +155.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +12% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +175.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +21.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
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:
3.9 g
Fats:
16.4 g
Carbs:
49.2 g
Water:
28 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +71.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +57.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +54.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +726% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50.6% |
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
4.122 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.216 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -60.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +27.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +183.9% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Starch | 46.56g | 19% | |
| Phosphorus | 185mg | 54mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 6.3µg | 16.3µg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.439mg | 1.738mg | 17% |
| Manganese | 1.019mg | 0.683mg | 15% |
| Folate | 91µg | 33µg | 15% |
| Fiber | 3.4g | 14% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.509g | 7.124g | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 14.3µg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.317mg | 0.162mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 32mg | 11% |
| Iron | 3.78mg | 2.88mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.633g | 4.122g | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 1.51mg | 10% | |
| Fats | 10.6g | 16.4g | 9% |
| Carbs | 77.66g | 49.2g | 9% |
| Potassium | 170mg | 439mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.388g | 4.216g | 8% |
| Magnesium | 40mg | 70mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.265mg | 0.19mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 459mg | 327mg | 6% |
| Protein | 6.69g | 3.9g | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.96mg | 0.39mg | 5% |
| Calories | 430kcal | 356kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.156mg | 0.19mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.06µg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.17mg | 0.195mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 14µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.99g | 1% | |
| Choline | 5.9mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.42mg | 0.375mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 77mg | 71mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 74.26g | 49.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 24.85g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.055g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.047mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.124mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.151mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.279mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.131mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.08mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.195mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.173mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | 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 |
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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%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Graham cracker is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Graham cracker is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.489g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Graham cracker is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Graham cracker is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gingerbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 24.85g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Gingerbread contains less Sodium (difference - 132mg)
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.