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Graham cracker vs. Tempeh — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between graham cracker and tempeh?

  • Graham cracker is higher in folate, vitamin B1, iron, selenium, and vitamin B3, yet tempeh is higher in copper, manganese, phosphorus, and magnesium.
  • Tempeh's daily need coverage for copper is 43% more.
  • The amount of sodium in tempeh is lower.
  • The glycemic index of tempeh is lower.

We used Cookies, graham crackers, plain or honey (includes cinnamon) and Tempeh types 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.
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%
Tempeh
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 58% 33% 36% 101% 187% 31% 114% 1.2% 170% 0%
Contains more IronIron +40%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +102.5%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +44.2%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +142.4%
Contains more CopperCopper +229.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +18.8%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +43.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -98%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +27.6%

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%
Tempeh
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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% 0% 0% 20% 83% 50% 17% 50% 10% 0% 18% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +239.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +68.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +51.1%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +279.2%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +12.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +37.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin D ~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
Tempeh
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20% 11% 8% 60%
Protein: 20.29 g
Fats: 10.8 g
Carbs: 7.64 g
Water: 59.65 g
Other: 1.62 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +916.5%
Contains more ProteinProtein +203.3%
Contains more WaterWater +1659.6%
~equal in Fats ~10.8g
~equal in Other ~1.62g

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
Tempeh
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25% 32% 43%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.539 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 3.205 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.3 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -35.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +25.3%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +27.7%

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 Tempeh
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Graham cracker Tempeh DV% diff.
Copper 0.17mg 0.56mg 43%
Protein 6.69g 20.29g 27%
Carbs 77.66g 7.64g 23%
Sodium 459mg 9mg 20%
Starch 46.56g 19%
Folate 91µg 24µg 17%
Vitamin B1 0.265mg 0.078mg 16%
Iron 3.78mg 2.7mg 14%
Fiber 3.4g 14%
Manganese 1.019mg 1.3mg 12%
Phosphorus 185mg 266mg 12%
Calories 430kcal 192kcal 12%
Vitamin K 14.3µg 12%
Vitamin B3 4.439mg 2.64mg 11%
Selenium 6.3µg 0µg 11%
Magnesium 40mg 81mg 10%
Vitamin E 1.51mg 10%
Potassium 170mg 412mg 7%
Polyunsaturated fat 5.388g 4.3g 7%
Vitamin B6 0.156mg 0.215mg 5%
Saturated fat 1.633g 2.539g 4%
Vitamin B2 0.317mg 0.358mg 3%
Vitamin B5 0.42mg 0.278mg 3%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.08µg 3%
Calcium 77mg 111mg 3%
Monounsaturated fat 2.509g 3.205g 2%
Zinc 0.96mg 1.14mg 2%
Fructose 0.99g 1%
Choline 5.9mg 1%
Fats 10.6g 10.8g 0%
Net carbs 74.26g 7.64g N/A
Sugar 24.85g N/A
Trans fat 0.055g 0g N/A
Tryptophan 0.194mg 0%
Threonine 0.796mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.88mg 0%
Leucine 1.43mg 0%
Lysine 0.908mg 0%
Methionine 0.175mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.893mg 0%
Valine 0.92mg 0%
Histidine 0.466mg 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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ok
is better in case of low diet
Graham cracker Tempeh
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
19%
Tempeh
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
Graham cracker
73%
Tempeh

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tempeh
Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 24.85g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tempeh
Tempeh contains less Sodium (difference - 450mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 59)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tempeh
Tempeh is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Graham cracker
Graham cracker is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.906g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Graham cracker
Graham cracker is relatively richer in vitamins
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. Tempeh - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174272/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.