Pop tarts vs. White Bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Pop tarts and White Bread
- Pop tarts are higher in Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B2, yet White Bread is higher in Vitamin B1, Calcium, Vitamin B5, Folate, Fiber, and Vitamin B3.
- Pop tarts covers your daily Vitamin A needs 32% more than White Bread.
- Pop tarts contain 4 times more Vitamin B6 than White Bread. While Pop tarts contain 0.38mg of Vitamin B6, White Bread contains only 0.087mg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in White Bread is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Toaster Pastries, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S POP TARTS, Blueberry and Bread, white, commercially prepared (includes soft bread crumbs).
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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 | +48.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +71.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -18.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +43.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +500% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +32.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +11.4% |
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 | +96100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +35.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +336.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +83.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +25.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +38.8% |
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:
8.85 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
49.42 g
Water:
36.42 g
Other:
1.98 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +299.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +38.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +92.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +191.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +66.4% |
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
0.698 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.599 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.602 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +985.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +200.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -65.4% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 412kcal | 266kcal |
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| Protein | 4.6g | 8.85g |
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| Fats | 13.3g | 3.33g |
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| Net carbs | 67.31g | 46.72g |
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| Carbs | 68.41g | 49.42g |
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| Magnesium | 16mg | 23mg |
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| Calcium | 24mg | 144mg |
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| Potassium | 95mg | 126mg |
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| Iron | 3.5mg | 3.61mg |
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| Sugar | 30.9g | 5.67g |
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| Fiber | 1.1g | 2.7g |
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| Copper | 0.15mg | 0.101mg |
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| Zinc | 1.27mg | 0.74mg |
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| Starch | 37.17g |
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| Phosphorus | 88mg | 98mg |
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| Sodium | 398mg | 490mg |
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| Vitamin A | 962IU | 1IU |
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| Vitamin A | 289µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.22mg |
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| Manganese | 0.536mg |
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| Selenium | 22µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.29mg | 0.533mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.33mg | 0.243mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.8mg | 4.78mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.536mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.38mg | 0.087mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.2µg |
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| Folate | 80µg | 111µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.027g |
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| Choline | 14.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.02g | 0.698g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.5g | 0.599g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.81g | 1.602g |
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| Fructose | 2.43g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g |
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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%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
White Bread is lower in Sugar (difference - 25.23g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
White Bread is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.322g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
White Bread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
White Bread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pop tarts contains less Sodium (difference - 92mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pop tarts is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)