Pop tarts vs. French toast — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between pop tarts and french toast
- Pop tarts are higher in vitamin B6, iron, vitamin B3, copper, folate, and vitamin A, yet french toast is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B5, and calcium.
- French toast covers your daily cholesterol needs 39% more than pop tarts.
- Pop tarts contain 5 times more vitamin B6 than french toast. While pop tarts contain 0.38mg of vitamin B6, french toast contains only 0.074mg.
Food varieties used in this article are Toaster Pastries, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S POP TARTS, Blueberry and French toast, prepared from recipe, made with low fat (2%) milk.
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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 | +109.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +158.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +89.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -16.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +316.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +41.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +33% |
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 | +133.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +42.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +133.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +413.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +86% |
| 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:
7.7 g
Fats:
10.8 g
Carbs:
25 g
Water:
54.7 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +23.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +173.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +67.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +337.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +51.3% |
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
2.723 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.524 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.594 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -25.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +43.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +85.4% |
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 vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 116mg | 39% |
| Selenium | 20.1µg | 37% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.38mg | 0.074mg | 24% |
| Iron | 3.5mg | 1.67mg | 23% |
| Vitamin A | 289µg | 124µg | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.81g | 2.594g | 15% |
| Carbs | 68.41g | 25g | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.8mg | 1.628mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.31µg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.549mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.15mg | 0.058mg | 10% |
| Calories | 412kcal | 229kcal | 9% |
| Folate | 80µg | 43µg | 9% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 100mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.188mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.29mg | 0.204mg | 7% |
| Protein | 4.6g | 7.7g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.5g | 4.524g | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.27mg | 0.67mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 88mg | 117mg | 4% |
| Fats | 13.3g | 10.8g | 4% |
| Sodium | 398mg | 479mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 4% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.02g | 2.723g | 3% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 134mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.33mg | 0.321mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 67.31g | 25g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 30.9g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.094mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.305mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.375mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.621mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.413mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.188mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.389mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.419mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.179mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.01g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pop tarts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 116mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pop tarts contains less Sodium (difference - 81mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pop tarts is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.703g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French toast is lower in Sugar (difference - 30.9g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
French toast is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
French toast is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.