Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) vs. Banana — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) and bananas different?
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is richer in iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, folate, vitamin K, manganese, and selenium, while bananas are higher in vitamin B6.
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) covers your daily need for iron, 66% more than bananas.
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) contains 941 times more sodium than bananas. Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) contains 941mg of sodium, while bananas contain 1mg.
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) has a higher glycemic index (74) than bananas (48).
Crackers, saltines (includes oyster, soda, soup) and Bananas, raw types were used in this article.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +280% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2042.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +78.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +360% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +363.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +154.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +930% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +17.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +135.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.9% |
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 EVitamin E | +1050% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2164.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +567.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +868.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +60.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +4980% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +570% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +70.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +326.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.46 g
Fats:
8.64 g
Carbs:
74.05 g
Water:
5.05 g
Other:
2.8 g
Protein:
1.09 g
Fats:
0.33 g
Carbs:
22.84 g
Water:
74.91 g
Other:
0.83 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +767.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2518.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +224.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +237.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1383.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.653 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.986 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.835 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.112 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.032 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.073 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +6106.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +6523.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
67.83 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.12 g
Fructose:
0.19 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.98 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
5.38 g
Sucrose:
2.39 g
Glucose:
4.98 g
Fructose:
4.85 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.01 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +1160.8% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +9700% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +4050% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +2452.6% |
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Galactose
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 5.57mg | 0.26mg | 66% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.702mg | 0.031mg | 56% |
| Sodium | 941mg | 1mg | 41% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.442mg | 0.665mg | 36% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.487mg | 0.073mg | 32% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.835g | 0.073g | 32% |
| Folate | 134µg | 20µg | 29% |
| Starch | 67.83g | 5.38g | 26% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.086mg | 0.367mg | 22% |
| Vitamin K | 25.4µg | 0.5µg | 21% |
| Manganese | 0.686mg | 0.27mg | 18% |
| Protein | 9.46g | 1.09g | 17% |
| Carbs | 74.05g | 22.84g | 17% |
| Selenium | 10.3µg | 1µg | 17% |
| Calories | 418kcal | 89kcal | 16% |
| Fats | 8.64g | 0.33g | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 102mg | 22mg | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 8.7mg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.653g | 0.112g | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 1.15mg | 0.1mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.139mg | 0.078mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 152mg | 358mg | 6% |
| Fructose | 0.19g | 4.85g | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 0.15mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.986g | 0.032g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg | 0.334mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.09µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 2.6g | 1% |
| Choline | 16.7mg | 9.8mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 5mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 27mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 71.25g | 20.24g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.29g | 12.23g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.167g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.116mg | 0.009mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.268mg | 0.028mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.333mg | 0.028mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.652mg | 0.068mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.172mg | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.147mg | 0.008mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.45mg | 0.049mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.399mg | 0.047mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.197mg | 0.077mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.535g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.25g | N/A |
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
51%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
62%
14%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.94g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Banana contains less Sodium (difference - 940mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Banana is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.541g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Banana is lower in glycemic index (difference - 26)
Which food is cheaper?
Banana is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)