Pita vs. Potato bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between pita and potato bread
- Pita has more manganese and copper; however, potato bread has more phosphorus, folate, potassium, fiber, vitamin B6, iron, calcium, and vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for phosphorus for potato bread is 39% higher.
- Potato bread has 2 times less manganese than pita. Pita has 0.481mg of manganese, while potato bread has 0.253mg.
Food types used in this article are Bread, pita, white, unenriched and Bread, potato.
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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 CopperCopper | +78.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +90.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +118.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +498.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +60.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +71.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +280.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -30% |
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 | +42% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +71.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +105.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +582.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +425% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.1 g
Fats:
1.2 g
Carbs:
55.7 g
Water:
32.1 g
Other:
1.9 g
Protein:
12.5 g
Fats:
3.13 g
Carbs:
47.07 g
Water:
33.55 g
Other:
3.75 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +37.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +160.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +97.4% |
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Water
~33.55g
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Phosphorus | 97mg | 369mg | 39% |
| Folate | 24µg | 126µg | 26% |
| Potassium | 120mg | 718mg | 18% |
| Selenium | 9.5µg | 17% | |
| Fiber | 2.2g | 6.3g | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.232mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 2.25mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 188mg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.481mg | 0.253mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.397mg | 0.817mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.168mg | 0.094mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.267mg | 0.188mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 536mg | 375mg | 7% |
| Protein | 9.1g | 12.5g | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.142mg | 1.25mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.15µg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 6.8µg | 6% | |
| Zinc | 0.84mg | 1.44mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.535g | 0g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 24µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.47mg | 3% | |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 3% | |
| Carbs | 55.7g | 47.07g | 3% |
| Fats | 1.2g | 3.13g | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.166g | 0g | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.097mg | 0.106mg | 1% |
| Calories | 275kcal | 266kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 53.5g | 40.77g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 28mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 9.38g | N/A | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.105g | 0g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.105mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.257mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.349mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.634mg | 0.44mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.219mg | 0.311mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.16mg | 0.112mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.446mg | 0.285mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.394mg | 0.305mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.195mg | 0.143mg | 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%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato bread contains less Sodium (difference - 161mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato bread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.166g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato bread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato bread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato bread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pita is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.38g)
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 ($)