Melba toast vs. Protein bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Melba toast and Protein bread
- Melba toast has more Fiber, and Vitamin B5, while Protein bread has more Manganese, Copper, Vitamin B2, and Iron.
- Protein bread covers your daily need of Manganese 15% more than Melba toast.
- Melba toast contains 2 times more Fiber than Protein bread. While Melba toast contains 6.3g of Fiber, Protein bread contains only 3g.
- The amount of Sodium in Protein bread is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Crackers, melba toast, plain and Bread, protein (includes gluten).
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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 | +10.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +59.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +12.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +44.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -32.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +30.3% |
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 | +19.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +14.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +65% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +38% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +44.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +44.4% |
~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:
12.1 g
Fats:
2.2 g
Carbs:
43.8 g
Water:
40 g
Other:
1.9 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +45.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +74.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +57.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +684.3% |
~equal in
Protein
~12.1g
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
0.332 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.183 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.009 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +327.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +27.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -25.4% |
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 | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 390kcal | 245kcal |
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| Protein | 12.1g | 12.1g | |
| Fats | 3.2g | 2.2g |
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| Net carbs | 70.3g | 40.8g |
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| Carbs | 76.6g | 43.8g |
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| Magnesium | 59mg | 65mg |
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| Calcium | 93mg | 124mg |
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| Potassium | 202mg | 322mg |
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| Iron | 3.7mg | 4.15mg |
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| Sugar | 0.94g | 1.44g |
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| Fiber | 6.3g | 3g |
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| Copper | 0.289mg | 0.417mg |
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| Zinc | 2.01mg | 1.82mg |
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| Phosphorus | 196mg | 185mg |
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| Sodium | 598mg | 404mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 5IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.43mg | 0.36mg |
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| Manganese | 1.13mg | 1.472mg |
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| Selenium | 34.8µg | 32.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.413mg | 0.36mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.273mg | 0.394mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.113mg | 4.289mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.693mg | 0.42mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.098mg | 0.071mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.9µg | 1.3µg |
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| Folate | 124µg | 116µg |
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| Choline | 19.8mg | 18.7mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.445g | 0.332g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.782g | 0.183g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.282g | 1.009g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.14mg | 0.148mg |
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| Threonine | 0.342mg | 0.366mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.462mg | 0.471mg |
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| Leucine | 0.844mg | 0.858mg |
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| Lysine | 0.28mg | 0.372mg |
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| Methionine | 0.214mg | 0.199mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.596mg | 0.596mg | |
| Valine | 0.52mg | 0.518mg |
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| Histidine | 0.261mg | 0.271mg |
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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%
96%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Protein bread contains less Sodium (difference - 194mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Protein bread is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.113g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Melba toast is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.5g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Melba toast is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
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 minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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