Waffle vs. Crackers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between waffle and crackers?
- Waffle is richer in selenium, calcium, and vitamin B12, while crackers are higher in iron, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, folate, and manganese.
- Waffle's daily need coverage for selenium is 72% higher.
- Waffle has a higher glycemic index (76) than crackers (63).
We used Waffles, plain, prepared from recipe and Crackers, standard snack-type, regular types in this comparison.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +112.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +34.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +38.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -29.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +589.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +74.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +67.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +85.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +16.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +58.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +31.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +109.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +12.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +19% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1237.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +24.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +87.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +86.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -48.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +86.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +93.6% |
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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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 46.2µg | 6.7µg | 72% |
| Vitamin K | 69.3µg | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.785g | 13.137g | 42% |
| Cholesterol | 69mg | 0mg | 23% |
| Iron | 2.31mg | 4.03mg | 22% |
| Starch | 49.69g | 20% | |
| Vitamin E | 3.03mg | 20% | |
| Fats | 14.1g | 26.43g | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.073mg | 4.352mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 255mg | 120mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.263mg | 0.416mg | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.866g | 5.562g | 12% |
| Folate | 46µg | 92µg | 12% |
| Calories | 291kcal | 510kcal | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.265mg | 0.491mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.25µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Sodium | 511mg | 726mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 9% | |
| Carbs | 32.9g | 61.3g | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 190mg | 248mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.347mg | 0.456mg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.521g | 6.553g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.062mg | 0.104mg | 5% |
| Protein | 7.9g | 6.64g | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.68mg | 0.49mg | 2% |
| Choline | 9.6mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 0.417mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.056mg | 0.063mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 159mg | 118mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 32.9g | 59g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 8.18g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 1.076g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.099mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.289mg | 0.193mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.362mg | 0.246mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.63mg | 0.471mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.384mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.179mg | 0.112mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.395mg | 0.331mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.409mg | 0.294mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.187mg | 0.145mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.29g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.485g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.062g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 11.48g | 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
24%
49%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Waffle is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.18g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Waffle contains less Sodium (difference - 215mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Waffle is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.696g)
Which food is cheaper?
Waffle is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Crackers is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 69mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Crackers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Crackers is relatively richer in vitamins
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.