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Cayenne pepper vs. Graham cracker — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Cayenne pepper and Graham cracker

  • Graham cracker contains less Vitamin A RAE, Vitamin E , Vitamin B6, Fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Potassium, Iron, Vitamin B2, and Manganese than Cayenne pepper.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin A RAE from Cayenne pepper is 231% higher.

Food types used in this article are Spices, pepper, red or cayenne and Cookies, graham crackers, plain or honey (includes cinnamon).

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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 Calcium +92.2%
Contains more Iron +106.3%
Contains more Magnesium +280%
Contains more Phosphorus +58.4%
Contains more Potassium +1084.7%
Contains less Sodium -93.5%
Contains more Zinc +158.3%
Contains more Copper +119.4%
Contains more Manganese +96.3%
Contains more Selenium +39.7%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 45% 293% 109% 126% 178% 4% 68% 125% 261% 48%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 24% 142% 29% 80% 15% 60% 27% 57% 133% 35%
Contains more Calcium +92.2%
Contains more Iron +106.3%
Contains more Magnesium +280%
Contains more Phosphorus +58.4%
Contains more Potassium +1084.7%
Contains less Sodium -93.5%
Contains more Zinc +158.3%
Contains more Copper +119.4%
Contains more Manganese +96.3%
Contains more Selenium +39.7%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +2080400%
Contains more Vitamin E +1875.5%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +23.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +189.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +96%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +1470.5%
Contains more Folate +16.5%
Contains more Vitamin K +461.5%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 2497% 597% 0% 255% 82% 213% 164% 0% 566% 80% 0% 201%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 1% 31% 0% 0% 67% 74% 84% 26% 36% 69% 0% 36%
Contains more Vitamin A +2080400%
Contains more Vitamin E +1875.5%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +23.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +189.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +96%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +1470.5%
Contains more Folate +16.5%
Contains more Vitamin K +461.5%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +79.5%
Contains more Fats +62.9%
Contains more Water +137.5%
Contains more Other +263.9%
Contains more Carbs +37.1%
12% 17% 57% 8% 6%
Protein: 12.01 g
Fats: 17.27 g
Carbs: 56.63 g
Water: 8.05 g
Other: 6.04 g
7% 11% 78% 3%
Protein: 6.69 g
Fats: 10.6 g
Carbs: 77.66 g
Water: 3.39 g
Other: 1.66 g
Contains more Protein +79.5%
Contains more Fats +62.9%
Contains more Water +137.5%
Contains more Other +263.9%
Contains more Carbs +37.1%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +55.3%
Contains less Saturated Fat -49.9%
Equal in Monounsaturated Fat - 2.509
23% 19% 58%
Saturated Fat: 3.26 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 8.37 g
17% 26% 57%
Saturated Fat: 1.633 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.509 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 5.388 g
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +55.3%
Contains less Saturated Fat -49.9%
Equal in Monounsaturated Fat - 2.509

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Cayenne pepper Graham cracker
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Cayenne pepper Graham cracker Opinion
Net carbs 29.43g 74.26g Graham cracker
Protein 12.01g 6.69g Cayenne pepper
Fats 17.27g 10.6g Cayenne pepper
Carbs 56.63g 77.66g Graham cracker
Calories 318kcal 430kcal Graham cracker
Starch 46.56g Graham cracker
Fructose 0.99g Graham cracker
Sugar 10.34g 24.85g Cayenne pepper
Fiber 27.2g 3.4g Cayenne pepper
Calcium 148mg 77mg Cayenne pepper
Iron 7.8mg 3.78mg Cayenne pepper
Magnesium 152mg 40mg Cayenne pepper
Phosphorus 293mg 185mg Cayenne pepper
Potassium 2014mg 170mg Cayenne pepper
Sodium 30mg 459mg Cayenne pepper
Zinc 2.48mg 0.96mg Cayenne pepper
Copper 0.373mg 0.17mg Cayenne pepper
Manganese 2mg 1.019mg Cayenne pepper
Selenium 8.8µg 6.3µg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin A 41610IU 2IU Cayenne pepper
Vitamin A RAE 2081µg 0µg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin E 29.83mg 1.51mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin C 76.4mg 0mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B1 0.328mg 0.265mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B2 0.919mg 0.317mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B3 8.701mg 4.439mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B5 0.42mg Graham cracker
Vitamin B6 2.45mg 0.156mg Cayenne pepper
Folate 106µg 91µg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin K 80.3µg 14.3µg Cayenne pepper
Trans Fat 0.055g Cayenne pepper
Saturated Fat 3.26g 1.633g Graham cracker
Monounsaturated Fat 2.75g 2.509g Cayenne pepper
Polyunsaturated fat 8.37g 5.388g Cayenne pepper
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.004g Graham cracker
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.735g Graham cracker
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.024g Graham cracker
Omega-3 - ALA 0.599g Graham cracker

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Cayenne pepper Graham cracker
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
388%
Cayenne pepper
35%
Graham cracker
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
125%
Cayenne pepper
60%
Graham cracker

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Graham cracker
Graham cracker is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.627g)
Which food is cheaper?
Graham cracker
Graham cracker is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.51g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 429mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Cayenne pepper - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170932/nutrients
  2. Graham cracker - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174957/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.