Ham vs. Graham cracker — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between ham and graham cracker?
- Ham is higher in vitamin B1, vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B6, and zinc, yet graham cracker is higher in manganese, iron, and folate.
- Graham cracker's daily need coverage for manganese is 42% more.
- The amount of cholesterol in graham cracker is lower.
- The glycemic index of ham is lower.
We used Pork, cured, ham, boneless, extra lean (approximately 5% fat), roasted and Cookies, graham crackers, plain or honey (includes cinnamon) 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.
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +68.8% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +200% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +209.5% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +185.7% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +862.5% |
Contains more IronIron | +155.4% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +115.2% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -61.8% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1787% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +184.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +156.4% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +1342.4% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +504% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +56.9% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +10.3% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +2933.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.93 g
Fats:
5.53 g
Carbs:
1.5 g
Water:
67.67 g
Other:
4.37 g
Protein:
6.69 g
Fats:
10.6 g
Carbs:
77.66 g
Water:
3.39 g
Other:
1.66 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +212.9% |
Contains more WaterWater | +1896.2% |
Contains more OtherOther | +163.3% |
Contains more FatsFats | +91.7% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +5077.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.81 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.62 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.54 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.633 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.509 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.388 g
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +897.8% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~1.633g
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~2.509g
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 Sugar |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Manganese | 0.054mg | 1.019mg | 42% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.754mg | 0.265mg | 41% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.54g | 5.388g | 32% |
Sodium | 1203mg | 459mg | 32% |
Iron | 1.48mg | 3.78mg | 29% |
Protein | 20.93g | 6.69g | 28% |
Vitamin B12 | 0.65µg | 0µg | 27% |
Carbs | 1.5g | 77.66g | 25% |
Selenium | 19.5µg | 6.3µg | 24% |
Folate | 3µg | 91µg | 22% |
Starch | 46.56g | 19% | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.4mg | 0.156mg | 19% |
Cholesterol | 53mg | 0mg | 18% |
Zinc | 2.88mg | 0.96mg | 17% |
Calories | 145kcal | 430kcal | 14% |
Fiber | 0g | 3.4g | 14% |
Choline | 85.1mg | 5.9mg | 14% |
Vitamin K | 0µg | 14.3µg | 12% |
Copper | 0.079mg | 0.17mg | 10% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.202mg | 0.317mg | 9% |
Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 1.51mg | 8% |
Fats | 5.53g | 10.6g | 8% |
Calcium | 8mg | 77mg | 7% |
Magnesium | 14mg | 40mg | 6% |
Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 0µg | 4% |
Vitamin D | 32IU | 0IU | 4% |
Vitamin B3 | 4.023mg | 4.439mg | 3% |
Potassium | 287mg | 170mg | 3% |
Phosphorus | 196mg | 185mg | 2% |
Fructose | 0.99g | 1% | |
Saturated fat | 1.81g | 1.633g | 1% |
Net carbs | 1.5g | 74.26g | N/A |
Sugar | 0g | 24.85g | N/A |
Vitamin B5 | 0.403mg | 0.42mg | 0% |
Trans fat | 0.055g | N/A | |
Monounsaturated fat | 2.62g | 2.509g | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.251mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.931mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.918mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 1.661mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 1.775mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.553mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.904mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.908mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.75mg | 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 |
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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
44%

32%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%

60%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Ham is lower in Sugar (difference - 24.85g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Ham is lower in glycemic index (difference - 74)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Graham cracker is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 53mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Graham cracker contains less Sodium (difference - 744mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Graham cracker is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.177g)
Which food is cheaper?

Graham cracker is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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