Melba toast vs. Graham cracker — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Melba toast and Graham cracker
- Melba toast has more Selenium, Copper, Vitamin B1, Fiber, Zinc, and Folate, while Graham cracker has more Vitamin K, and Vitamin E.
- Melba toast covers your daily need of Selenium 52% more than Graham cracker.
- Melba toast contains 2 times more Zinc than Graham cracker. While Melba toast contains 2.01mg of Zinc, Graham cracker contains only 0.96mg.
- The amount of Sodium in Graham cracker is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Crackers, melba toast, plain 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 more MagnesiumMagnesium | +47.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +20.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +18.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +70% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +109.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +452.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -23.2% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +55.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +65% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +36.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +235.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +251.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +16.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +59.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1488.9% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
6.69 g
Fats:
10.6 g
Carbs:
77.66 g
Water:
3.39 g
Other:
1.66 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +80.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +50.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +80.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +231.3% |
~equal in
Carbs
~77.66g
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
1.633 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.509 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.388 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -72.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +220.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +320.3% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 390kcal | 430kcal |
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| Protein | 12.1g | 6.69g |
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| Fats | 3.2g | 10.6g |
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| Net carbs | 70.3g | 74.26g |
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| Carbs | 76.6g | 77.66g |
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| Magnesium | 59mg | 40mg |
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| Calcium | 93mg | 77mg |
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| Potassium | 202mg | 170mg |
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| Iron | 3.7mg | 3.78mg |
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| Sugar | 0.94g | 24.85g |
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| Fiber | 6.3g | 3.4g |
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| Copper | 0.289mg | 0.17mg |
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| Zinc | 2.01mg | 0.96mg |
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| Starch | 46.56g |
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| Phosphorus | 196mg | 185mg |
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| Sodium | 598mg | 459mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 2IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.43mg | 1.51mg |
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| Manganese | 1.13mg | 1.019mg |
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| Selenium | 34.8µg | 6.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.413mg | 0.265mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.273mg | 0.317mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.113mg | 4.439mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.693mg | 0.42mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.098mg | 0.156mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.9µg | 14.3µg |
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| Folate | 124µg | 91µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.055g |
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| Choline | 19.8mg | 5.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.445g | 1.633g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.782g | 2.509g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.282g | 5.388g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.14mg |
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| Threonine | 0.342mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.462mg |
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| Leucine | 0.844mg |
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| Lysine | 0.28mg |
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| Methionine | 0.214mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.596mg |
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| Valine | 0.52mg |
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| Histidine | 0.261mg |
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| Fructose | 0.99g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.599g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.735g |
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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%
60%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Melba toast is lower in Sugar (difference - 23.91g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Melba toast is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.188g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Melba toast is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Melba toast is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Graham cracker contains less Sodium (difference - 139mg)
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 ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.