Melba toast vs. Pie crust — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between Melba toast and Pie crust
- Melba toast has more Manganese, Copper, Selenium, Iron, Phosphorus, Zinc, Magnesium, Vitamin B3, and Vitamin B5 than Pie crust.
- Pie crust's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 38% more.
- Melba toast contains 5 times more Zinc than Pie crust. Melba toast contains 2.01mg of Zinc, while Pie crust contains 0.4mg.
- Melba toast contains less Saturated Fat.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Crackers, melba toast, plain and Pie crust, standard-type, dry mix.
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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 | +293.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +52.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +215.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +66.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +285.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +402.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +127.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -20.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +258.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +52% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +28.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +50.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +158.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +53.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +19.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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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:
6.9 g
Fats:
31.4 g
Carbs:
52.1 g
Water:
7.6 g
Other:
2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +75.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +47% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +881.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +49% |
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
7.974 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
17.887 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.968 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -94.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +2187.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +209.5% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 390kcal | 518kcal |
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| Protein | 12.1g | 6.9g |
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| Fats | 3.2g | 31.4g |
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| Net carbs | 70.3g | 52.1g |
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| Carbs | 76.6g | 52.1g |
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| Magnesium | 59mg | 15mg |
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| Calcium | 93mg | 61mg |
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| Potassium | 202mg | 64mg |
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| Iron | 3.7mg | 2.22mg |
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| Sugar | 0.94g |
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| Fiber | 6.3g |
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| Copper | 0.289mg | 0.075mg |
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| Zinc | 2.01mg | 0.4mg |
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| Phosphorus | 196mg | 86mg |
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| Sodium | 598mg | 753mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.43mg |
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| Manganese | 1.13mg | 0.315mg |
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| Selenium | 34.8µg | 22.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.413mg | 0.392mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.273mg | 0.213mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.113mg | 2.727mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.693mg | 0.268mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.098mg | 0.064mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.9µg |
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| Folate | 124µg | 104µg |
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| Choline | 19.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.445g | 7.974g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.782g | 17.887g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.282g | 3.968g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.14mg | 0.08mg |
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| Threonine | 0.342mg | 0.184mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.462mg | 0.255mg |
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| Leucine | 0.844mg | 0.476mg |
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| Lysine | 0.28mg | 0.133mg |
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| Methionine | 0.214mg | 0.121mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.596mg | 0.339mg |
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| Valine | 0.52mg | 0.289mg |
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| Histidine | 0.261mg | 0.146mg |
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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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
88%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pie crust is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.94g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pie crust is lower in glycemic index (difference - 64)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Melba toast contains less Sodium (difference - 155mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Melba toast is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 7.529g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Melba toast is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Melba toast is relatively richer in vitamins
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 ($)