Pizza vs. Hummus — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between pizza and hummus?
- Pizza is higher in selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B1,2, vitamin B1, and calcium; however, hummus is richer in copper, manganese, fiber, and magnesium.
- Hummus's daily need coverage for copper is 47% more.
- Hummus has less saturated fat.
- Hummus has a lower glycemic index (6) than pizza (60).
We used Fast Food, Pizza Chain, 14" pizza, cheese topping, regular crust and Hummus, commercial types 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 CalciumCalcium | +394.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +22.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +665.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +195.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +32.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +401.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +36.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -36.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +114.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +116.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +204.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +557.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +12% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +150% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +44.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +133.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +49.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +54.3% |
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Fats
~9.6g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -67.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +54.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +114.9% |
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 price |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.105mg | 0.527mg | 47% |
| Selenium | 19.9µg | 2.6µg | 31% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.825mg | 0.582mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.39mg | 0.18mg | 18% |
| Manganese | 0.36mg | 0.773mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.42µg | 0µg | 18% |
| Calcium | 188mg | 38mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 6g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 4.465g | 1.437g | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.681g | 3.613g | 13% |
| Starch | 26.95g | 11% | |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 71mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.064mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 598mg | 379mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.2mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 69µg | 8% | |
| Protein | 11.39g | 7.9g | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 216mg | 176mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 6.7µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.83mg | 6% | |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 33.33g | 14.29g | 6% |
| Calories | 266kcal | 166kcal | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.34mg | 1.83mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.608g | 4.039g | 4% |
| Folate | 93µg | 83µg | 3% |
| Choline | 16.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 172mg | 228mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.4mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1g | 1% | |
| Iron | 2.48mg | 2.44mg | 1% |
| Fats | 9.69g | 9.6g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 31.03g | 8.29g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.58g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.241g | N/A | |
| Threonine | 0.41mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.564mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.139mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.77mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.264mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.664mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.72mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.355mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.175g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.367g | 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
33%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
64%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Pizza is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pizza is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hummus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hummus is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.58g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hummus contains less Sodium (difference - 219mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Hummus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.028g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hummus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
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.