Saltine cracker vs. Crackers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Saltine cracker and Crackers?
- Saltine cracker is richer in Iron, Selenium, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, and Vitamin B1, while Crackers are higher in Vitamin K, Vitamin E, Phosphorus, and Calcium.
- Crackers' daily need coverage for Vitamin K is 54% higher.
- Crackers have 3 times less Selenium than Saltine cracker. Saltine cracker has 21.4µg of Selenium, while Crackers have 6.7µg.
- Saltine cracker is lower in Saturated Fat.
We used Crackers, saltines, fat-free, low-sodium and Crackers, standard snack-type, regular 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +44.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +91.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +39.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +91.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +29.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +219.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +445.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +119.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.5% |
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 | +24.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +29.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +31.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +34.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +34.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +104.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2425% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1314.3% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.5 g
Fats:
1.6 g
Carbs:
82.3 g
Water:
3.4 g
Other:
2.2 g
Protein:
6.64 g
Fats:
26.43 g
Carbs:
61.3 g
Water:
3.14 g
Other:
2.49 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +58.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +34.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1551.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +13.2% |
~equal in
Water
~3.14g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.244 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.142 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.685 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
5.562 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.553 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
13.137 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -95.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +4514.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1817.8% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 393kcal | 510kcal |
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| Protein | 10.5g | 6.64g |
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| Fats | 1.6g | 26.43g |
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| Net carbs | 79.6g | 59g |
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| Carbs | 82.3g | 61.3g |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 22mg | 120mg |
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| Potassium | 115mg | 118mg |
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| Iron | 7.72mg | 4.03mg |
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| Sugar | 0.38g | 8.18g |
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| Fiber | 2.7g | 2.3g |
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| Copper | 0.145mg | 0.104mg |
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| Zinc | 0.94mg | 0.49mg |
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| Starch | 49.69g |
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| Phosphorus | 113mg | 248mg |
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| Sodium | 849mg | 726mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.12mg | 3.03mg |
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| Manganese | 0.637mg | 0.491mg |
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| Selenium | 21.4µg | 6.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.518mg | 0.416mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.59mg | 0.456mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.714mg | 4.352mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.39mg | 0.417mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.085mg | 0.063mg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 69.3µg |
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| Folate | 124µg | 92µg |
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| Trans Fat | 1.076g |
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| Choline | 19.6mg | 9.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.244g | 5.562g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.142g | 6.553g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.685g | 13.137g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.138mg | 0.084mg |
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| Threonine | 0.287mg | 0.193mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.378mg | 0.246mg |
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| Leucine | 0.716mg | 0.471mg |
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| Lysine | 0.29mg | 0.103mg |
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| Methionine | 0.18mg | 0.112mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.514mg | 0.331mg |
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| Valine | 0.439mg | 0.294mg |
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| Histidine | 0.224mg | 0.145mg |
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| Fructose | 0.29g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.485g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.062g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 11.48g |
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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
41%
49%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
76%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saltine cracker is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.8g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Saltine cracker is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.318g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saltine cracker is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Crackers contains less Sodium (difference - 123mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Crackers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
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 ($2.4)
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.