Saltine cracker vs. Kielbasa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between saltine cracker and kielbasa
- Saltine cracker has more iron and fiber, while kielbasa has more vitamin C, monounsaturated fat, and polyunsaturated fat.
- Saltine cracker's daily need coverage for iron is 81% higher.
- The amount of sodium in saltine cracker is lower.
- Kielbasa has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of kielbasa is 28, while the glycemic index of saltine cracker is 74.
The food types used in this comparison are Crackers, saltines, fat-free, low-sodium and Kielbasa, Polish, turkey and beef, smoked.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +522.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -29.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
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:
13.1 g
Fats:
17.6 g
Carbs:
3.9 g
Water:
62 g
Other:
3.4 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2010.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1000% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1723.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +54.5% |
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
6.23 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.33 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -96.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5723.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +240.1% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 393kcal | 226kcal |
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| Protein | 10.5g | 13.1g |
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| Fats | 1.6g | 17.6g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 14.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 79.6g | 3.9g |
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| Carbs | 82.3g | 3.9g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 70mg |
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| Magnesium | 26mg |
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| Calcium | 22mg |
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| Potassium | 115mg |
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| Iron | 7.72mg | 1.24mg |
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| Sugar | 0.38g | 0g |
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| Fiber | 2.7g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.145mg |
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| Zinc | 0.94mg |
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| Phosphorus | 113mg |
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| Sodium | 849mg | 1200mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.12mg |
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| Manganese | 0.637mg |
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| Selenium | 21.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.518mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.59mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.714mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.39mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.085mg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.9µg |
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| Folate | 124µg |
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| Choline | 19.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.244g | 6.23g |
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| Monounsaturated fat | 0.142g | 8.27g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.685g | 2.33g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.138mg |
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| Threonine | 0.287mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.378mg |
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| Leucine | 0.716mg |
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| Lysine | 0.29mg |
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| Methionine | 0.18mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.514mg |
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| Valine | 0.439mg |
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| Histidine | 0.224mg |
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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%
4%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
76%
20%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saltine cracker is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 70mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saltine cracker contains less Sodium (difference - 351mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Saltine cracker is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.986g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saltine cracker is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Saltine cracker is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Kielbasa is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.38g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kielbasa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is cheaper?
Kielbasa is cheaper (difference - $0.9)