Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) vs. Candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) and candy bar
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is higher in iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, and vitamin K, yet candy bar is higher in vitamin B6, copper, zinc, phosphorus, and manganese.
- Candy bar covers your daily vitamin B6 needs 11763% more than saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup).
- The amount of sodium in candy bar is lower.
- The glycemic index of candy bar is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Crackers, saltines (includes oyster, soda, soup) and Candies, peanut bar.
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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 | +474.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +119.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +378.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +310.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +167.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +456.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +471% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +202% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +81.2% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +602% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +247.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +78.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +256.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +23% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +54.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +177807% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +76% |
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:
15.5 g
Fats:
33.7 g
Carbs:
47.4 g
Water:
1.6 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +56.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +215.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +55.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +63.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +290% |
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
4.678 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
16.721 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.65 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -64.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +741.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +120.3% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.086mg | 153mg | 11763% |
| Copper | 0.139mg | 0.774mg | 71% |
| Iron | 5.57mg | 0.97mg | 58% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.702mg | 0.1mg | 50% |
| Fats | 8.64g | 33.7g | 39% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.835g | 10.65g | 39% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.986g | 16.721g | 37% |
| Sodium | 941mg | 156mg | 34% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 3.94mg | 30% |
| Phosphorus | 102mg | 308mg | 29% |
| Starch | 67.83g | 28% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.487mg | 0.14mg | 27% |
| Manganese | 0.686mg | 1.243mg | 24% |
| Vitamin K | 25.4µg | 0µg | 21% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 110mg | 21% |
| Vitamin E | 1.15mg | 4.1mg | 20% |
| Folate | 134µg | 75µg | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 1.653g | 4.678g | 14% |
| Protein | 9.46g | 15.5g | 12% |
| Selenium | 10.3µg | 4.7µg | 10% |
| Carbs | 74.05g | 47.4g | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.442mg | 7.922mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 152mg | 407mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 78mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg | 0.83mg | 6% |
| Calories | 418kcal | 522kcal | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 4.1g | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.09µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Choline | 16.7mg | 29.4mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 71.25g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.29g | 42.22g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.167g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.116mg | 0.149mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.268mg | 0.52mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.333mg | 0.534mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.652mg | 0.986mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.172mg | 0.545mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.147mg | 0.185mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.45mg | 0.787mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.399mg | 0.638mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.197mg | 0.385mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.19g | 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%
2748%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
62%
88%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Sugar (difference - 40.93g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.025g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Candy bar contains less Sodium (difference - 785mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Candy bar is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.