Melba toast vs. Cheese sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between melba toast and cheese sandwich
- Melba toast has more selenium, folate, copper, iron, and fiber, while cheese sandwich has more phosphorus, vitamin B6, vitamin B2, and calcium.
- Cheese sandwich covers your daily need for phosphorus 27% more than melba toast.
- Melba toast contains 2 times more Fiber than cheese sandwich. While melba toast contains 6.3g of Fiber, cheese sandwich contains only 3.1g.
- The amount of saturated Fat in melba toast is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Crackers, melba toast, plain and Crackers, wheat, sandwich, with cheese filling.
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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 IronIron | +41.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +80.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +131% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -28.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +43.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +119.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +51.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +94.9% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +15.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +29.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +11.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +93.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +56.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +166.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.1 g
Fats:
3.2 g
Carbs:
76.6 g
Water:
5.1 g
Other:
3 g
Protein:
9.8 g
Fats:
25 g
Carbs:
58.2 g
Water:
3.2 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +31.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +59.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +681.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +26.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.445 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.782 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.282 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.129 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
10.351 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.166 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -89.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +1223.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +615% |
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 price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 390kcal | 497kcal |
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| Protein | 12.1g | 9.8g |
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| Fats | 3.2g | 25g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.5mg |
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| Net carbs | 70.3g | 55.1g |
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| Carbs | 76.6g | 58.2g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 7mg |
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| Magnesium | 59mg | 54mg |
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| Calcium | 93mg | 204mg |
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| Potassium | 202mg | 306mg |
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| Iron | 3.7mg | 2.62mg |
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| Sugar | 0.94g |
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| Fiber | 6.3g | 3.1g |
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| Copper | 0.289mg | 0.16mg |
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| Zinc | 2.01mg | 0.87mg |
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| Phosphorus | 196mg | 382mg |
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| Sodium | 598mg | 839mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 71IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 21µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.43mg |
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| Manganese | 1.13mg | 1.083mg |
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| Selenium | 34.8µg | 24.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.413mg | 0.358mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.273mg | 0.427mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.113mg | 3.185mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.693mg | 0.622mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.098mg | 0.261mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.12µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.9µg |
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| Folate | 124µg | 64µg |
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| Choline | 19.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.445g | 4.129g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.782g | 10.351g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.282g | 9.166g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.14mg | 0.13mg |
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| Threonine | 0.342mg | 0.298mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.462mg | 0.383mg |
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| Leucine | 0.844mg | 0.698mg |
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| Lysine | 0.28mg | 0.344mg |
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| Methionine | 0.214mg | 0.167mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.596mg | 0.472mg |
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| Valine | 0.52mg | 0.438mg |
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| Histidine | 0.261mg | 0.219mg |
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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
32%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
88%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Melba toast is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Melba toast contains less Sodium (difference - 241mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Melba toast is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.684g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.94g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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