Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) vs. Taro — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) and taro?
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is richer in iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, folate, vitamin K, selenium, and manganese, while taro is higher in vitamin B6.
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup)'s daily need coverage for iron is 63% higher.
- Taro has 86 times less sodium than saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup). Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) has 941mg of sodium, while taro has 11mg.
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) has a higher glycemic index (74) than taro (54).
We used Crackers, saltines (includes oyster, soda, soup) and Taro, raw 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 | +912.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +200% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +21.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +79.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1371.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +43.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +126.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +288.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +23.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.8% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +638.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1848% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +973.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +76.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2440% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +509.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +107% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +229.1% |
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:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
26.46 g
Water:
70.64 g
Other:
1.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +530.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4220% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +179.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +133.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1298.8% |
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
0.041 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.016 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.083 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +12312.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5725.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.5% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 5.57mg | 0.55mg | 63% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.702mg | 0.095mg | 51% |
| Sodium | 941mg | 11mg | 40% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.442mg | 0.6mg | 37% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.487mg | 0.025mg | 36% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.835g | 0.083g | 32% |
| Folate | 134µg | 22µg | 28% |
| Starch | 67.83g | 28% | |
| Vitamin K | 25.4µg | 1µg | 20% |
| Selenium | 10.3µg | 0.7µg | 17% |
| Protein | 9.46g | 1.5g | 16% |
| Carbs | 74.05g | 26.46g | 16% |
| Calories | 418kcal | 112kcal | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.086mg | 0.283mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 152mg | 591mg | 13% |
| Fats | 8.64g | 0.2g | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.686mg | 0.383mg | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 1.15mg | 2.38mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.653g | 0.041g | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.986g | 0.016g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg | 0.303mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 4.5mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 4.1g | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 0.23mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.139mg | 0.172mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.09µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 102mg | 84mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 43mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 33mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 71.25g | 22.36g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.29g | 0.4g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 4µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.167g | 0g | N/A |
| Choline | 16.7mg | 17.3mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.116mg | 0.023mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.268mg | 0.069mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.333mg | 0.054mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.652mg | 0.111mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.172mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.147mg | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.45mg | 0.082mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.399mg | 0.082mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.197mg | 0.034mg | 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 |
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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%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
62%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taro is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.89g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taro contains less Sodium (difference - 930mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taro is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.612g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taro is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is cheaper?
Taro is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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