Pita vs. Cornbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pita and cornbread?
- Pita is richer in manganese, copper, and vitamin B1, yet cornbread is richer in phosphorus, vitamin B12, folate, vitamin B2, and iron.
- Cornbread's daily need coverage for phosphorus is 42% higher.
- Pita has 2 times more copper than cornbread. Pita has 0.168mg of copper, while cornbread has 0.073mg.
- Pita contains less saturated fat.
We used Bread, pita, white, unenriched and Bread, cornbread, dry mix, prepared with 2% milk, 80% margarine, and eggs 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 | +52.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +130.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +25.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -10.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +116.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +57% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +10.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +32.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +303.1% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +40.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +80.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +45.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +129.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +38.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +698.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.9% |
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Carbs
~54.46g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3227.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +266.9% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Phosphorus | 97mg | 391mg | 42% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 57mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 8.7µg | 16% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.166g | 3.732g | 16% |
| Starch | 35.66g | 15% | |
| Fats | 1.2g | 9.58g | 13% |
| Copper | 0.168mg | 0.073mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.481mg | 0.222mg | 11% |
| Choline | 58.7mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.23µg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.535g | 1.963g | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.105g | 3.494g | 8% |
| Folate | 24µg | 55µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.097mg | 0.175mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.85mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.267mg | 0.19mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 135mg | 5% |
| Protein | 9.1g | 6.59g | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.085mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 35µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.397mg | 0.579mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 3.7µg | 3% | |
| Calories | 275kcal | 330kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.51mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 536mg | 599mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.84mg | 0.67mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 17mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.142mg | 2.004mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Carbs | 55.7g | 54.46g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 53.5g | 52.16g | N/A |
| Potassium | 120mg | 133mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 16.05g | N/A | |
| Fiber | 2.2g | 2.3g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.224g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.105mg | 0.059mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.257mg | 0.226mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.349mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.634mg | 0.658mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.219mg | 0.324mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.16mg | 0.157mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.446mg | 0.343mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.394mg | 0.334mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.195mg | 0.167mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.076g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.043g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.726g | 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
14%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pita is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 57mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pita is lower in Sugar (difference - 16.05g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pita contains less Sodium (difference - 63mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pita is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.566g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pita is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cornbread is relatively richer in vitamins
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.