Paratha vs. Pita — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are paratha and pita different?
- Paratha is higher in fiber, manganese, monounsaturated fat, and polyunsaturated fat; however, pita is richer in vitamin B1 and calcium.
- Daily need coverage for fiber for paratha is 30% higher.
- Paratha contains 37 times more monounsaturated fat than pita. While paratha contains 3.837g of monounsaturated fat, pita contains only 0.105g.
- Pita has less saturated fat.
- Paratha has a lower glycemic index (53) than pita (68).
Bread, paratha, whole wheat, commercially prepared, frozen and Bread, pita, white, unenriched are the varieties 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +42.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +15.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +15% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +23.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -15.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +119.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +244% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +15.1% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +17.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +135.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +142.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +27.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +17% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +140% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +1000% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +43.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +19.5% |
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Water
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3554.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +364.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.2% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 9.6g | 2.2g | 30% |
| Saturated fat | 5.826g | 0.166g | 26% |
| Manganese | 1.054mg | 0.481mg | 25% |
| Fats | 13.2g | 1.2g | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.484g | 0.535g | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.267mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 7.1µg | 13% | |
| Starch | 31.5g | 13% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.837g | 0.105g | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 1.35mg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 25mg | 86mg | 6% |
| Protein | 6.36g | 9.1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 452mg | 536mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.034mg | 4% |
| Folate | 10µg | 24µg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 3.4µg | 3% | |
| Calories | 326kcal | 275kcal | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 120mg | 97mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.61mg | 1.4mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 26mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 45.35g | 55.7g | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.076mg | 0.097mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.83mg | 2.142mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.146mg | 0.168mg | 2% |
| Choline | 6.3mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.465mg | 0.397mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 139mg | 120mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 35.75g | 53.5g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.15g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.82mg | 0.84mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.105mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.257mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.349mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.634mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.219mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.16mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.446mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.394mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.195mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.35g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.064g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.386g | 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
13%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pita is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pita is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.15g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pita is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.66g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Paratha contains less Sodium (difference - 84mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Paratha is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
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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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.
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.