Wafer vs. Pop tarts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between wafer and pop tarts
- Wafer has more copper, fiber, magnesium, and vitamin B5; however, pop tarts are higher in vitamin B6, vitamin A, folate, and vitamin B1.
- Wafer covers your daily need for copper, 35% more than pop tarts.
- Pop tarts have less saturated fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cookies, chocolate wafers and Toaster Pastries, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S POP TARTS, Blueberry.
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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 | +231.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +29.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +121.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +14.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +208.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +50% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +16.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -31.4% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +9533.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +24.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +33% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +645.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +70.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +43.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +68.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +177.8% |
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Fats
~13.3g
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Carbs
~68.41g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -52.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +33.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +15.8% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.463mg | 0.15mg | 35% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 289µg | 32% |
| Manganese | 0.696mg | 30% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.051mg | 0.38mg | 25% |
| Selenium | 5.7µg | 10% | |
| Saturated fat | 4.241g | 2.02g | 10% |
| Magnesium | 53mg | 16mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3.4g | 1.1g | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.381mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 580mg | 398mg | 8% |
| Folate | 47µg | 80µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.203mg | 0.29mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.858mg | 3.8mg | 6% |
| Iron | 4.01mg | 3.5mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 132mg | 88mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.266mg | 0.33mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.72mg | 5% | |
| Protein | 6.6g | 4.6g | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.09µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.865g | 6.5g | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.153g | 4.81g | 4% |
| Potassium | 210mg | 95mg | 3% |
| Choline | 14.3mg | 3% | |
| Caffeine | 10mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 2% | |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 1.27mg | 2% |
| Calories | 433kcal | 412kcal | 1% |
| Fats | 14.2g | 13.3g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 72.7g | 68.41g | 1% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 69.3g | 67.31g | N/A |
| Sugar | 37.43g | 30.9g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.096mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.22mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.261mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.447mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.281mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.105mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.308mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.323mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.128mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | N/A |
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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%
36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
65%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Wafer is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wafer is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pop tarts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pop tarts is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.53g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pop tarts contains less Sodium (difference - 182mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pop tarts is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.221g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.