Tortilla vs. White bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between tortillas and white bread
- Tortillas are richer in phosphorus, fiber, selenium, vitamin B1, copper, vitamin B6, magnesium, and zinc, yet white bread is richer in iron.
- Daily need coverage for phosphorus for tortillas is 35% higher.
- Tortillas contain 7 times more saturated fat than white bread. Tortillas contain 4.878g of saturated fat, while white bread contains 0.698g.
- Tortillas have a lower glycemic index than white bread.
Food types used in this article are Tortillas, ready-to-bake or -fry, whole wheat and Bread, white, commercially prepared (includes soft bread crumbs).
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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 | +269.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +69.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +107.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +163.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +159.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +253.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +68.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +37.3% |
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 | +309.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +54.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +18.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +258.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2150% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +24.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +37% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.76 g
Fats:
9.76 g
Carbs:
45.89 g
Water:
30.15 g
Other:
4.44 g
Protein:
8.85 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
49.42 g
Water:
36.42 g
Other:
1.98 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +193.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +124.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +20.8% |
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Protein
~8.85g
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Carbs
~49.42g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.878 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.062 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.992 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.698 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.599 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.602 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +411.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -85.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +61.5% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Phosphorus | 346mg | 98mg | 35% |
| Fiber | 9.8g | 2.7g | 28% |
| Selenium | 37µg | 22µg | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.823mg | 0.533mg | 24% |
| Manganese | 0.536mg | 23% | |
| Saturated fat | 4.878g | 0.698g | 19% |
| Copper | 0.266mg | 0.101mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.312mg | 0.087mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 85mg | 23mg | 15% |
| Starch | 37.17g | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.63mg | 3.61mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg | 11% | |
| Zinc | 1.92mg | 0.74mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 244mg | 144mg | 10% |
| Fats | 9.76g | 3.33g | 10% |
| Folate | 138µg | 111µg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.062g | 0.599g | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.9mg | 0.22mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 262mg | 126mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.992g | 1.602g | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.289mg | 0.243mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 4.5µg | 0.2µg | 4% |
| Fructose | 2.43g | 3% | |
| Calories | 310kcal | 266kcal | 2% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 8.85g | 2% |
| Choline | 20mg | 14.6mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 512mg | 490mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 45.89g | 49.42g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 36.09g | 46.72g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.44g | 5.67g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.858mg | 4.78mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.027g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.129mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.312mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.353mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.671mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.37mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.163mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.488mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.444mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.255mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.002g | 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
45%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
81%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
White bread contains less Sodium (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
White bread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.18g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tortilla is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.23g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tortilla is lower in glycemic index (difference - 21)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tortilla is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tortilla is relatively richer in vitamins
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 ($)