Lavash (Armenian Bread) vs. Biscuit — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
What are the main differences between lavash (Armenian Bread) and biscuits?
- Lavash (Armenian Bread) is richer in magnesium and fiber, yet biscuits are richer in calcium, iron, selenium, monounsaturated fat, vitamin B3, and polyunsaturated fat.
- Lavash (Armenian Bread) has 2 times more fiber than biscuits. Lavash (Armenian Bread) has 3.1g of fiber, while biscuits have 1.5g.
- Biscuits contain less sodium.
- Biscuits have a lower glycemic index than lavash (Armenian Bread).
We used Lavash (Armenian Bread) and Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe types in this comparison.
Infographic
Infographic link
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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +302.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +29.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +202.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +32.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1019% |
| Contains more IronIron | +141.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -27.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +875% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +128.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +256% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +675% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +22.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +134.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.7 g
Fats:
1.2 g
Carbs:
60.3 g
Water:
27 g
Other:
2.8 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
16.3 g
Carbs:
44.6 g
Water:
28.9 g
Other:
3.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +35.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1258.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +14.3% |
~equal in
Water
~28.9g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.2 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.5 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.324 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.93 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.163 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +6830% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +732.6% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated fat |
|
||
| Rich in minerals |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
DV% diff. |
| Phosphorus | 496mg | 164mg | 47% |
| Selenium | 2µg | 19.5µg | 32% |
| Copper | 0.33mg | 0.082mg | 28% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.5g | 4.163g | 24% |
| Fats | 1.2g | 16.3g | 23% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 2.9mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.356mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.31mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 235mg | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 0.2g | 4.324g | 19% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.1g | 6.93g | 17% |
| Folate | 26µg | 61µg | 9% |
| Sodium | 796mg | 580mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.285mg | 6% | |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 1.5g | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.5mg | 0.378mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 60.3g | 44.6g | 5% |
| Calories | 281kcal | 353kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.4mg | 2.949mg | 3% |
| Protein | 8.7g | 7g | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.035mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.08µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.37mg | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 18mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 3mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.54mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.1g | N/A | |
| Potassium | 125mg | 121mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.18g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.211mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.273mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.514mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.226mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.132mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.313mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.161mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
People also compare
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
10%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
55%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lavash (Armenian Bread) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lavash (Armenian Bread) is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.18g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lavash (Armenian Bread) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.124g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lavash (Armenian Bread) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Biscuit contains less Sodium (difference - 216mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
?
The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
?
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.