Wafer vs. Gingerbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Wafer and Gingerbread
- Wafer has more Copper, Iron, Phosphorus, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin B3, however, Gingerbread is higher in Selenium, Vitamin B6, and Potassium.
- Wafer covers your daily need of Copper 30% more than Gingerbread.
- Wafer has 2 times more Phosphorus than Gingerbread. While Wafer has 132mg of Phosphorus, Gingerbread has only 54mg.
- Gingerbread has less Sodium.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cookies, chocolate wafers and Cake, gingerbread, prepared from recipe.
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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 | +39.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +137.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +179.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +144.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +32.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +129% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +109% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -43.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +186% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +64.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +64.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +42.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +380% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +272.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.6 g
Fats:
14.2 g
Carbs:
72.7 g
Water:
4.5 g
Other:
2 g
Protein:
3.9 g
Fats:
16.4 g
Carbs:
49.2 g
Water:
28 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +69.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +47.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +15.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +522.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +25% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.241 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.865 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.153 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.122 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.216 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +46.4% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~4.122g
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~4.216g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 433kcal | 356kcal |
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| Protein | 6.6g | 3.9g |
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| Fats | 14.2g | 16.4g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 69.3g | 49.2g |
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| Carbs | 72.7g | 49.2g |
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| Cholesterol | 2mg | 32mg |
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| Magnesium | 53mg | 70mg |
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| Calcium | 31mg | 71mg |
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| Potassium | 210mg | 439mg |
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| Iron | 4.01mg | 2.88mg |
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| Sugar | 37.43g |
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| Fiber | 3.4g |
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| Copper | 0.463mg | 0.195mg |
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| Zinc | 1.09mg | 0.39mg |
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| Phosphorus | 132mg | 54mg |
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| Sodium | 580mg | 327mg |
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| Vitamin A | 10IU | 48IU |
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| Vitamin A | 3µg | 14µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.72mg |
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| Manganese | 0.696mg | 0.683mg |
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| Selenium | 5.7µg | 16.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.203mg | 0.19mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.266mg | 0.162mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.858mg | 1.738mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.381mg | 0.375mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.051mg | 0.19mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.09µg | 0.06µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.4µg |
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| Folate | 47µg | 33µg |
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| Choline | 14.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.241g | 4.122g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.865g | 7.124g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.153g | 4.216g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.096mg | 0.047mg |
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| Threonine | 0.22mg | 0.124mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.261mg | 0.151mg |
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| Leucine | 0.447mg | 0.279mg |
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| Lysine | 0.281mg | 0.131mg |
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| Methionine | 0.105mg | 0.08mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.308mg | 0.195mg |
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| Valine | 0.323mg | 0.173mg |
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| Histidine | 0.128mg | 0.087mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 0.003g |
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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
21%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
65%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Wafer is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wafer is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Wafer is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gingerbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 37.43g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Gingerbread contains less Sodium (difference - 253mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Gingerbread is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.119g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.