Pop tarts vs. Danish pastry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between pop tarts and danish pastry
- Pop tarts have more vitamin A, vitamin B6, iron, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, and copper, while danish pastry has more vitamin B12 and vitamin B5.
- Pop tarts' daily need coverage for vitamin A is 28% higher.
- Danish pastry contains 10 times less vitamin B6 than pop tarts. Pop tarts contain 0.38mg of vitamin B6, while danish pastry contains 0.04mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in pop tarts is lower.
- Danish pastry has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of danish pastry is 50, while the glycemic index of pop tarts is 70.
The food types used in this comparison are Toaster Pastries, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S POP TARTS, Blueberry and Danish pastry, cheese.
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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 IronIron | +94.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +68.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +81.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +45.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +22.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +725.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +52.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +26.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +90% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +850% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
13.3 g
Carbs:
68.41 g
Water:
12.5 g
Other:
1.19 g
Protein:
8 g
Fats:
21.9 g
Carbs:
37.2 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
1.5 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +83.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +73.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +64.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +151.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +26.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.02 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.5 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.81 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.794 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.313 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.575 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -70.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +86.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +74% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 18.9µg | 34% | |
| Vitamin A | 289µg | 35µg | 28% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.38mg | 0.04mg | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 2.02g | 6.794g | 22% |
| Iron | 3.5mg | 1.8mg | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.81g | 2.575g | 15% |
| Manganese | 0.351mg | 15% | |
| Fats | 13.3g | 21.9g | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.5g | 11.313g | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.8mg | 2mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 68.41g | 37.2g | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.29mg | 0.19mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.2µg | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 23mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.15mg | 0.089mg | 7% |
| Protein | 4.6g | 8g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.304mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 6.9µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.33mg | 0.26mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.27mg | 0.7mg | 5% |
| Folate | 80µg | 60µg | 5% |
| Choline | 20.1mg | 4% | |
| Phosphorus | 88mg | 108mg | 3% |
| Calories | 412kcal | 374kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 398mg | 417mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 35mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 67.31g | 36.2g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 15mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 98mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 30.9g | 6.95g | N/A |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 1g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.089mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.293mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.371mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.644mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.43mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.174mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.412mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.205mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A |
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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
36%
22%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pop tarts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pop tarts contains less Sodium (difference - 19mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pop tarts is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.774g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Danish pastry is lower in Sugar (difference - 23.95g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Danish pastry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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