Pita vs. Naan — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between pita and naan
- Pita has more vitamin B1; however, naan is richer in manganese, phosphorus, fiber, magnesium, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and vitamin B2.
- Naan covers your daily manganese needs 40% more than pita.
- Naan has 2 times less vitamin B1 than pita. Pita has 0.267mg of vitamin B1, while naan has 0.176mg.
- Pita contains less saturated fat.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Bread, pita, white, unenriched and Bread, naan, whole wheat, commercially prepared, refrigerated.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +45.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +161.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +54.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +23.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +47.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +93.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -12.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +191.1% |
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 | +51.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +85.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +67.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +276.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +20.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +458.3% |
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Water
~34.9g
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Other
~1.99g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1753.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +135.1% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.481mg | 1.4mg | 40% |
| Selenium | 11.4µg | 21% | |
| Starch | 36g | 15% | |
| Phosphorus | 97mg | 188mg | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 0.166g | 2.907g | 12% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 68mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2.2g | 4.8g | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.142mg | 3.58mg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 1.32mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.267mg | 0.176mg | 8% |
| Fats | 1.2g | 6.7g | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.397mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.128mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.097mg | 0.18mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.105g | 1.946g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.535g | 1.258g | 5% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.73mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.84mg | 1.24mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 3.3µg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 536mg | 467mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 59mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 55.7g | 46.21g | 3% |
| Choline | 10.1mg | 2% | |
| Folate | 24µg | 16µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 120mg | 185mg | 2% |
| Protein | 9.1g | 10.2g | 2% |
| Calories | 275kcal | 286kcal | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.8g | 1% | |
| Copper | 0.168mg | 0.158mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 53.5g | 41.41g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.4g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 2µg | 0% |
| 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% |
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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
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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 - 3.4g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pita is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.741g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pita is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Naan contains less Sodium (difference - 69mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Naan is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Naan is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)