Icing vs. Graham cracker — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between icing and graham cracker
- The amount of iron, manganese, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B1, folate, copper, fiber, and vitamin B6 in graham cracker is higher than in icing.
- Graham cracker covers your daily need for iron, 45% more than icing.
- Icing has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of icing is 51, while the glycemic index of graham cracker is 74.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Frostings, vanilla, creamy, ready-to-eat and Cookies, graham crackers, plain or honey (includes cinnamon).
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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 less SodiumSodium | -59.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +3900% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2466.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +400% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2262.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1271.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +927.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +6200% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +2550% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1917.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +663.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1037.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +156.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
16.23 g
Carbs:
67.89 g
Water:
15.07 g
Other:
0.81 g
Protein:
6.69 g
Fats:
10.6 g
Carbs:
77.66 g
Water:
3.39 g
Other:
1.66 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +53.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +344.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +14.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +104.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.974 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.86 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.951 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.633 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.509 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.388 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +93.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +47.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -45.1% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.16mg | 3.78mg | 45% |
| Manganese | 0mg | 1.019mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.22mg | 4.439mg | 26% |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 185mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.01mg | 0.265mg | 21% |
| Folate | 8µg | 91µg | 21% |
| Copper | 0mg | 0.17mg | 19% |
| Starch | 46.56g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 7.951g | 5.388g | 17% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.4g | 14% |
| Protein | 0g | 6.69g | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.156mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 184mg | 459mg | 12% |
| Selenium | 0.1µg | 6.3µg | 11% |
| Fats | 16.23g | 10.6g | 9% |
| Magnesium | 1mg | 40mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.07mg | 0.96mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 77mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.055mg | 0.42mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.86g | 2.509g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.974g | 1.633g | 6% |
| Potassium | 34mg | 170mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 67.89g | 77.66g | 3% |
| Fructose | 0.99g | 1% | |
| Choline | 2.3mg | 5.9mg | 1% |
| Calories | 418kcal | 430kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 13µg | 14.3µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.302mg | 0.317mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 67.89g | 74.26g | N/A |
| Sugar | 63.1g | 24.85g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 1.53mg | 1.51mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.055g | 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
12%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
4%
60%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Icing contains less Sodium (difference - 275mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Icing is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Graham cracker is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.25g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Graham cracker is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.341g)
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 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 ($)