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Matzo vs. Pepperoni — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Matzo and Pepperoni

  • Matzo is richer in Iron, Selenium, and Fiber, yet Pepperoni is richer in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6, Manganese, and Zinc.
  • Daily need coverage for Saturated Fat from Pepperoni is 87% higher.
  • Matzo contains less Saturated Fat.

Food types used in this article are Crackers, matzo, plain and Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced.

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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 Iron +137.6%
Contains more Magnesium +38.9%
Contains less Sodium -100%
Contains more Selenium +27.2%
Contains more Calcium +46.2%
Contains more Phosphorus +77.5%
Contains more Potassium +144.6%
Contains more Zinc +258.8%
Contains more Copper +51.7%
Contains more Manganese +65.2%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 4% 119% 18% 39% 10% 0% 19% 20% 85% 202%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 6% 50% 13% 68% 25% 207% 67% 31% 141% 159%
Contains more Iron +137.6%
Contains more Magnesium +38.9%
Contains less Sodium -100%
Contains more Selenium +27.2%
Contains more Calcium +46.2%
Contains more Phosphorus +77.5%
Contains more Potassium +144.6%
Contains more Zinc +258.8%
Contains more Copper +51.7%
Contains more Manganese +65.2%

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.
Matzo
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Contains more Vitamin B1 +42.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +13.2%
Contains more Folate +240%
Contains more Vitamin E +1616.7%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +28.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +109.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +214.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin K +1833.3%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 2% 0% 0% 97% 68% 73% 27% 27% 13% 0% 1%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 21% 39% 0% 68% 60% 94% 56% 84% 4% 163% 15%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +42.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +13.2%
Contains more Folate +240%
Contains more Vitamin E +1616.7%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +28.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +109.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +214.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin K +1833.3%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +6993.2%
Contains more Protein +92.5%
Contains more Fats +3205.7%
Contains more Water +564%
Contains more Other +690%
10% 84% 4%
Protein: 10 g
Fats: 1.4 g
Carbs: 83.7 g
Water: 4.3 g
Other: 0.6 g
19% 46% 29% 5%
Protein: 19.25 g
Fats: 46.28 g
Carbs: 1.18 g
Water: 28.55 g
Other: 4.74 g
Contains more Carbs +6993.2%
Contains more Protein +92.5%
Contains more Fats +3205.7%
Contains more Water +564%
Contains more Other +690%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -98.7%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +16254.3%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +639.3%
24% 13% 63%
Saturated Fat: 0.226 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.127 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.603 g
41% 48% 10%
Saturated Fat: 17.708 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 20.77 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 4.458 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -98.7%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +16254.3%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +639.3%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Matzo Pepperoni
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Matzo Pepperoni Opinion
Net carbs 80.7g 1.18g Matzo
Protein 10g 19.25g Pepperoni
Fats 1.4g 46.28g Pepperoni
Carbs 83.7g 1.18g Matzo
Calories 395kcal 504kcal Pepperoni
Sugar 0.29g 0g Pepperoni
Fiber 3g 0g Matzo
Calcium 13mg 19mg Pepperoni
Iron 3.16mg 1.33mg Matzo
Magnesium 25mg 18mg Matzo
Phosphorus 89mg 158mg Pepperoni
Potassium 112mg 274mg Pepperoni
Sodium 0mg 1582mg Matzo
Zinc 0.68mg 2.44mg Pepperoni
Copper 0.06mg 0.091mg Pepperoni
Manganese 0.65mg 1.074mg Pepperoni
Selenium 36.9µg 29µg Matzo
Vitamin E 0.06mg 1.03mg Pepperoni
Vitamin D 0IU 52IU Pepperoni
Vitamin D 0µg 1.3µg Pepperoni
Vitamin B1 0.387mg 0.271mg Matzo
Vitamin B2 0.291mg 0.257mg Matzo
Vitamin B3 3.892mg 4.987mg Pepperoni
Vitamin B5 0.443mg 0.93mg Pepperoni
Vitamin B6 0.115mg 0.362mg Pepperoni
Folate 17µg 5µg Matzo
Vitamin B12 0µg 1.3µg Pepperoni
Vitamin K 0.3µg 5.8µg Pepperoni
Tryptophan 0.116mg 0.23mg Pepperoni
Threonine 0.267mg 0.869mg Pepperoni
Isoleucine 0.371mg 0.901mg Pepperoni
Leucine 0.692mg 1.575mg Pepperoni
Lysine 0.193mg 1.652mg Pepperoni
Methionine 0.176mg 0.511mg Pepperoni
Phenylalanine 0.494mg 0.778mg Pepperoni
Valine 0.42mg 0.987mg Pepperoni
Histidine 0.213mg 0.688mg Pepperoni
Cholesterol 0mg 97mg Matzo
Trans Fat 1.527g Matzo
Saturated Fat 0.226g 17.708g Matzo
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.004g Pepperoni
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.004g Pepperoni
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.02g Pepperoni
Monounsaturated Fat 0.127g 20.77g Pepperoni
Polyunsaturated fat 0.603g 4.458g Pepperoni
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.136g Pepperoni
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 3.605g Pepperoni
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g Pepperoni
Omega-3 - ALA 0.164g Pepperoni
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.018g Pepperoni
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.04g Pepperoni

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Matzo Pepperoni
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
25%
Matzo
50%
Pepperoni
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
51%
Matzo
76%
Pepperoni

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Pepperoni
Pepperoni is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pepperoni
Pepperoni is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.29g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pepperoni
Pepperoni is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Matzo
Matzo contains less Sodium (difference - 1582mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Matzo
Matzo is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 97mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Matzo
Matzo is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 17.482g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Matzo
Matzo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Matzo
Matzo is cheaper (difference - $3)

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. Matzo - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172740/nutrients
  2. Pepperoni - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174575/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.