Pop tarts vs. Hush puppies — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pop tarts and hush puppies?
- Pop tarts are richer in vitamin B6, vitamin A, and copper, yet hush puppies are richer in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, vitamin B5, and fiber.
- Hush puppies' daily need coverage for calcium is 25% higher.
- Pop tarts have 5 times more vitamin A than hush puppies. Pop tarts have 962IU of vitamin A, while hush puppies have 186IU.
- Pop tarts contain less sodium.
We used Toaster Pastries, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S POP TARTS, Blueberry and Hush puppies, prepared from recipe types in this comparison.
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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 | +15.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +127.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +92.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -40.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1058.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +51.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +114.8% |
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 | +604.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +36.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +272.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +21.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +11.3% |
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:
13.5 g
Carbs:
46 g
Water:
29 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +48.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +67.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +132% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +219.3% |
~equal in
Fats
~13.5g
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
2.108 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.263 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.219 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +99.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +50.1% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~2.108g
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 15.8µg | 29% | |
| Vitamin A | 289µg | 41µg | 28% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 278mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.38mg | 0.102mg | 21% |
| Vitamin K | 23.6µg | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.81g | 7.219g | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 45mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 88mg | 189mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 398mg | 668mg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.22mg | 10% | |
| Copper | 0.15mg | 0.066mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.5g | 3.263g | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.19µg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1.26mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.357mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 2.8g | 7% |
| Carbs | 68.41g | 46g | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.27mg | 0.66mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.8mg | 2.782mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3.5mg | 3.04mg | 6% |
| Choline | 32.7mg | 6% | |
| Protein | 4.6g | 7.7g | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.29mg | 0.352mg | 5% |
| Calories | 412kcal | 337kcal | 4% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 24mg | 2% |
| Folate | 80µg | 89µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 144mg | 1% |
| Fats | 13.3g | 13.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 67.31g | 43.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 30.9g | 2.03g | N/A |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.33mg | 0.332mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 2.02g | 2.108g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.279mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.321mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.71mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.31mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.169mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.382mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.388mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.197mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.004g | 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%
36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
55%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pop tarts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 45mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pop tarts contains less Sodium (difference - 270mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pop tarts is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.088g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hush puppies is lower in Sugar (difference - 28.87g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hush puppies is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hush puppies is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Hush puppies is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)