Melba toast vs. Pop tarts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between melba toast and pop tarts?
- Melba toast is richer in fiber, copper, phosphorus, vitamin B5, folate, vitamin B1, and magnesium, yet pop tarts are richer in vitamin B6 and vitamin A.
- Pop tarts' daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 22% higher.
- Pop tarts contain less sodium.
We used Crackers, melba toast, plain and Toaster Pastries, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S POP TARTS, Blueberry types in this comparison.
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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 | +268.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +287.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +112.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +92.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +58.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +122.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -33.4% |
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 | +42.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +55% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +20.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +287.8% |
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:
4.6 g
Fats:
13.3 g
Carbs:
68.41 g
Water:
12.5 g
Other:
1.19 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +163% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +12% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +152.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +315.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +145.1% |
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
2.02 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.5 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.81 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -78% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +731.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +275.2% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 34.8µg | 63% | |
| Manganese | 1.13mg | 49% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 289µg | 32% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.282g | 4.81g | 24% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.098mg | 0.38mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 6.3g | 1.1g | 21% |
| Fats | 3.2g | 13.3g | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 196mg | 88mg | 15% |
| Protein | 12.1g | 4.6g | 15% |
| Copper | 0.289mg | 0.15mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.693mg | 0mg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.782g | 6.5g | 14% |
| Folate | 124µg | 80µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.413mg | 0.29mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 59mg | 16mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 598mg | 398mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 2.01mg | 1.27mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 93mg | 24mg | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.445g | 2.02g | 7% |
| Choline | 19.8mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.273mg | 0.33mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.43mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.7mg | 3.5mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 202mg | 95mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 76.6g | 68.41g | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.113mg | 3.8mg | 2% |
| Calories | 390kcal | 412kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.9µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 70.3g | 67.31g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.94g | 30.9g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.14mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.342mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.462mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.844mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.28mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.214mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.596mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.261mg | 0% |
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%
36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
88%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pop tarts contains less Sodium (difference - 200mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Melba toast is lower in Sugar (difference - 29.96g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Melba toast is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.575g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Melba toast is lower in glycemic index (difference - 6)
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 ($)