Pretzels vs. Lucky Charms Cereal — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between pretzels and lucky Charms Cereal
- Lucky Charms Cereal has more vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B6, folate, zinc, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, and vitamin A than pretzels.
- Lucky Charms Cereal's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 283% more.
- Pretzels contain 3 times more sodium than lucky Charms Cereal. Pretzels contain 1715mg of sodium, while lucky Charms Cereal contains 648mg.
- Pretzels have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of pretzels is 83, while the glycemic index of lucky Charms Cereal is 69.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Snacks, pretzels, hard, plain, made with unenriched flour, salted and Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, LUCKY CHARMS.
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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 | +23.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +111.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1105.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +52.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1233.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2090.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +155.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -62.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +21.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +151.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +865% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1623% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1217.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +52.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2494.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +792.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.1 g
Fats:
3.5 g
Carbs:
79.2 g
Water:
3.3 g
Other:
4.9 g
Protein:
7.67 g
Fats:
5.02 g
Carbs:
80.89 g
Water:
4.15 g
Other:
2.27 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +115.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +43.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +25.8% |
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Carbs
~80.89g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.75 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.22 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.885 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.586 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.542 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -15.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +16.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +26.4% |
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 | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 6.8µg | 283% |
| Iron | 1.67mg | 22.27mg | 258% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.116mg | 3.01mg | 223% |
| Folate | 83µg | 741µg | 165% |
| Zinc | 0.85mg | 18.62mg | 162% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.92mg | 25.3mg | 146% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.18mg | 1.737mg | 130% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.1mg | 1.723mg | 125% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 847µg | 94% |
| Sodium | 1715mg | 648mg | 46% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 434mg | 40% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 26.6mg | 30% |
| Phosphorus | 113mg | 289mg | 25% |
| Vitamin D | 3.9µg | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 156IU | 20% | |
| Manganese | 1.789mg | 2.173mg | 17% |
| Selenium | 5.8µg | 14.6µg | 16% |
| Starch | 37.17g | 15% | |
| Magnesium | 35mg | 74mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 5g | 9% |
| Copper | 0.264mg | 0.213mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 3% | |
| Protein | 9.1g | 7.67g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.288mg | 0.439mg | 3% |
| Choline | 16.1mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 146mg | 222mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.22g | 1.542g | 2% |
| Fats | 3.5g | 5.02g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.75g | 0.885g | 1% |
| Carbs | 79.2g | 80.89g | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.8g | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 1% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.36g | 1.586g | 1% |
| Calories | 381kcal | 380kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 76.4g | 75.89g | N/A |
| Sugar | 36.13g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.109mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.259mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.345mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.636mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.221mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.164mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.453mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.392mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.201mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.044g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.486g | 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
16%
299%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
76%
219%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pretzels is lower in Sugar (difference - 36.13g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pretzels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.135g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lucky Charms Cereal contains less Sodium (difference - 1067mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lucky Charms Cereal is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lucky Charms Cereal is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lucky Charms Cereal is relatively richer in vitamins
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 ($)