Melba toast vs. Crackers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are melba toast and crackers different?
- Melba toast is higher in selenium, manganese, copper, fiber, zinc, and magnesium; however, crackers are richer in vitamin K, vitamin E, and vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin K for crackers is 57% higher.
- Melba toast contains 5 times more selenium than crackers. While melba toast contains 34.8µg of selenium, crackers contain only 6.7µg.
- Melba toast has less saturated fat.
Crackers, melba toast, plain and Crackers, standard snack-type, regular are the varieties 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +227.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +71.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +177.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +310.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -17.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +130.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +419.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +29% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +26.5% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +66.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +55.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +34.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +106.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +604.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +67% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +7600% |
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:
6.64 g
Fats:
26.43 g
Carbs:
61.3 g
Water:
3.14 g
Other:
2.49 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +82.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +25% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +62.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +20.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +725.9% |
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
5.562 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.553 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
13.137 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -92% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +738% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +924.7% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.282g | 13.137g | 79% |
| Vitamin K | 0.9µg | 69.3µg | 57% |
| Selenium | 34.8µg | 6.7µg | 51% |
| Fats | 3.2g | 26.43g | 36% |
| Manganese | 1.13mg | 0.491mg | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 0.445g | 5.562g | 23% |
| Copper | 0.289mg | 0.104mg | 21% |
| Starch | 49.69g | 20% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.43mg | 3.03mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 6.3g | 2.3g | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.782g | 6.553g | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.273mg | 0.456mg | 14% |
| Zinc | 2.01mg | 0.49mg | 14% |
| Protein | 12.1g | 6.64g | 11% |
| Magnesium | 59mg | 18mg | 10% |
| Folate | 124µg | 92µg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 196mg | 248mg | 7% |
| Calories | 390kcal | 510kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.693mg | 0.417mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 598mg | 726mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 76.6g | 61.3g | 5% |
| Iron | 3.7mg | 4.03mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.098mg | 0.063mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 93mg | 120mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 202mg | 118mg | 2% |
| Choline | 19.8mg | 9.6mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.113mg | 4.352mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 70.3g | 59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.94g | 8.18g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.413mg | 0.416mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 1.076g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.14mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.342mg | 0.193mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.462mg | 0.246mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.844mg | 0.471mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.28mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.214mg | 0.112mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.596mg | 0.331mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.52mg | 0.294mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.261mg | 0.145mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.29g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.485g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.062g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 11.48g | 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
32%
49%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
88%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Melba toast is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.24g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Melba toast contains less Sodium (difference - 128mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Melba toast is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.117g)
Which food is cheaper?
Melba toast is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Crackers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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