Oatmeal vs. Wheat Bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are oatmeal and wheat Bread different?
- Oatmeal is richer in iron and vitamin A, while wheat Bread is higher in selenium, manganese, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B1, copper, and vitamin B2.
- Wheat Bread covers your daily need for selenium, 52% more than oatmeal.
- Oatmeal is lower in sodium.
- Oatmeal has a higher glycemic index (79) than wheat Bread (60).
Cereals, oats, instant, fortified, plain, prepared with water (boiling water added or microwaved) and Bread, wheat, toasted types were 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 IronIron | +45.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +126.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +106.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +265.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +200% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +137.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +144.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +146.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +568% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +89.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +242.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +68.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +77.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +106.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +43.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1325% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +95.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +370.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.37 g
Fats:
1.36 g
Carbs:
11.67 g
Water:
84.03 g
Other:
0.57 g
Protein:
12.96 g
Fats:
4.27 g
Carbs:
55.77 g
Water:
24.23 g
Other:
2.77 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +246.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +446.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +214% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +377.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +386% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.226 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.391 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.426 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.989 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.019 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.72 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -77.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +160.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +303.8% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 5µg | 33.4µg | 52% |
| Manganese | 0.558mg | 1.377mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 49mg | 601mg | 24% |
| Iron | 5.96mg | 4.09mg | 23% |
| Protein | 2.37g | 12.96g | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.025mg | 6.25mg | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 77mg | 188mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.26mg | 0.439mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.066mg | 0.198mg | 15% |
| Carbs | 11.67g | 55.77g | 15% |
| Vitamin A | 130µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.215mg | 0.382mg | 13% |
| Calories | 68kcal | 313kcal | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 4.7g | 12% |
| Folate | 44µg | 86µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.29mg | 0.153mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 165mg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.426g | 1.72g | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.62mg | 1.47mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 59mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 61mg | 223mg | 5% |
| Starch | 10.37g | 4% | |
| Fats | 1.36g | 4.27g | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 0.4µg | 5.7µg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.226g | 0.989g | 3% |
| Choline | 4.7mg | 22.1mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.317mg | 0.456mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.391g | 1.019g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.07mg | 0.24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 9.97g | 51.07g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.46g | 6.42g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.04mg | 0.092mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.083mg | 0.299mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.105mg | 0.258mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.2mg | 0.461mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.135mg | 0.215mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.04mg | 0.105mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.13mg | 0.315mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.151mg | 0.31mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.057mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.161g | 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
26%
36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
89%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Wheat Bread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wheat Bread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Wheat Bread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Oatmeal is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.96g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Oatmeal contains less Sodium (difference - 552mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Oatmeal is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.763g)
Which food is cheaper?
Oatmeal is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)