Pop tarts vs. Crackers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Pop tarts and Crackers
- Pop tarts are higher in Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, and Zinc, yet Crackers are higher in Phosphorus, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Calcium, and Vitamin B5.
- Pop tarts covers your daily Vitamin A needs 32% more than Crackers.
- Pop tarts contain 6 times more Vitamin B6 than Crackers. While Pop tarts contain 0.38mg of Vitamin B6, Crackers contain only 0.063mg.
- The amount of Sodium in Pop tarts are lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Toaster Pastries, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S POP TARTS, Blueberry and Crackers, standard snack-type, regular.
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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 | +44.2% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +159.2% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -45.2% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +12.5% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +400% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +24.2% |
Contains more IronIron | +15.1% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +181.8% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +503.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +43.4% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +38.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +14.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +15% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +11.6% |
Contains more WaterWater | +298.1% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +44.3% |
Contains more FatsFats | +98.7% |
Contains more OtherOther | +109.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -63.7% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +173.1% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~6.553g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Lower in Sodium | |||
Lower in Saturated Fat | |||
Lower in price | |||
Lower in Sugar | |||
Lower in Glycemic Index | |||
Rich in minerals | |||
Rich in vitamins | |||
Lower in Cholesterol | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
Nutrient | Opinion | ||
Calories | 412kcal | 510kcal | |
Protein | 4.6g | 6.64g | |
Fats | 13.3g | 26.43g | |
Net carbs | 67.31g | 59g | |
Carbs | 68.41g | 61.3g | |
Magnesium | 16mg | 18mg | |
Calcium | 24mg | 120mg | |
Potassium | 95mg | 118mg | |
Iron | 3.5mg | 4.03mg | |
Sugar | 30.9g | 8.18g | |
Fiber | 1.1g | 2.3g | |
Copper | 0.15mg | 0.104mg | |
Zinc | 1.27mg | 0.49mg | |
Starch | 49.69g | ||
Phosphorus | 88mg | 248mg | |
Sodium | 398mg | 726mg | |
Vitamin A | 962IU | 0IU | |
Vitamin A | 289µg | 0µg | |
Vitamin E | 3.03mg | ||
Manganese | 0.491mg | ||
Selenium | 6.7µg | ||
Vitamin B1 | 0.29mg | 0.416mg | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.33mg | 0.456mg | |
Vitamin B3 | 3.8mg | 4.352mg | |
Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.417mg | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.38mg | 0.063mg | |
Vitamin K | 69.3µg | ||
Folate | 80µg | 92µg | |
Trans Fat | 1.076g | ||
Choline | 9.6mg | ||
Saturated Fat | 2.02g | 5.562g | |
Monounsaturated Fat | 6.5g | 6.553g | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 4.81g | 13.137g | |
Tryptophan | 0.084mg | ||
Threonine | 0.193mg | ||
Isoleucine | 0.246mg | ||
Leucine | 0.471mg | ||
Lysine | 0.103mg | ||
Methionine | 0.112mg | ||
Phenylalanine | 0.331mg | ||
Valine | 0.294mg | ||
Histidine | 0.145mg | ||
Fructose | 0.29g | ||
Omega-3 - ALA | 1.485g | ||
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.062g | ||
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | ||
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 11.48g |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
Low Calories diet | ||
Low Fats diet | ||
Low Carbs diet | ||
Low Glycemic Index 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%
49%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pop tarts contains less Sodium (difference - 328mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pop tarts is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.542g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pop tarts is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Crackers is lower in Sugar (difference - 22.72g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Crackers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Crackers is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Crackers is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)