Hot dog vs. Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are hot dogs and saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) different?
- Hot dogs are richer in vitamin B12 and phosphorus, while saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is higher in iron, vitamin B1, folate, vitamin B2, manganese, and vitamin B3.
- Hot dogs cover your daily need for vitamin B12, 62% more than saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup).
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) has a higher glycemic index (74) than hot dogs (28).
Frankfurter, meat and Crackers, saltines (includes oyster, soda, soup) types were 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 CalciumCalcium | +421.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +73.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +102% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +21.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +53.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +411% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +43.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -13.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1424.4% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +93% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1644.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +505.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1176.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +302.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +141.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +72.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2133.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.26 g
Fats:
25.76 g
Carbs:
4.17 g
Water:
56.31 g
Other:
3.5 g
Protein:
9.46 g
Fats:
8.64 g
Carbs:
74.05 g
Water:
5.05 g
Other:
2.8 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +198.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1015% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +25% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1675.8% |
~equal in
Protein
~9.46g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.666 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.386 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.404 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.653 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.986 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.835 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +473.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -78.4% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~4.835g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.57µg | 0.09µg | 62% |
| Iron | 1.09mg | 5.57mg | 56% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.702mg | 54% |
| Folate | 6µg | 134µg | 32% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.121mg | 0.487mg | 28% |
| Starch | 67.83g | 28% | |
| Manganese | 0.045mg | 0.686mg | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 7.666g | 1.653g | 27% |
| Fats | 25.76g | 8.64g | 26% |
| Cholesterol | 77mg | 0mg | 26% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.386g | 1.986g | 24% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.665mg | 6.442mg | 24% |
| Carbs | 4.17g | 74.05g | 23% |
| Vitamin K | 25.4µg | 21% | |
| Phosphorus | 206mg | 102mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.8g | 11% |
| Calcium | 99mg | 19mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.166mg | 0.086mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 1090mg | 941mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1.15mg | 6% |
| Calories | 290kcal | 418kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.31mg | 0.536mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.2mg | 0.69mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.139mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 12.5µg | 10.3µg | 4% |
| Choline | 16.7mg | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.404g | 4.835g | 3% |
| Protein | 10.26g | 9.46g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 23mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 4.17g | 71.25g | N/A |
| Potassium | 152mg | 152mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.29g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.167g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.111mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.474mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.53mg | 0.333mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.907mg | 0.652mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.963mg | 0.172mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.291mg | 0.147mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.445mg | 0.45mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.555mg | 0.399mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.331mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.19g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.535g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.25g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
27%
51%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
62%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 77mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) contains less Sodium (difference - 149mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.013g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hot dog is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.29g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hot dog is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is cheaper?
Hot dog is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
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.