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Waffle vs. Paratha — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Waffle and Paratha

  • Waffle has more Selenium, Calcium, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B12, and Phosphorus, however, Paratha is higher in Manganese, and Copper.
  • Waffle covers your daily need of Selenium 71% more than Paratha.
  • Paratha has less Cholesterol.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Waffles, plain, prepared from recipe and Bread, paratha, whole wheat, commercially prepared, frozen.

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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.
Waffle
5
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Contains more Calcium +920%
Contains more Iron +43.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +58.3%
Contains more Potassium +14.4%
Contains more Selenium +550.7%
Contains more Magnesium +94.7%
Contains less Sodium -11.5%
Contains more Zinc +20.6%
Contains more Copper +135.5%
Contains more Manganese +297.7%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 77% 87% 14% 82% 15% 67% 19% 21% 35% 253%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 8% 61% 27% 52% 13% 59% 23% 49% 138% 39%
Contains more Calcium +920%
Contains more Iron +43.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +58.3%
Contains more Potassium +14.4%
Contains more Selenium +550.7%
Contains more Magnesium +94.7%
Contains less Sodium -11.5%
Contains more Zinc +20.6%
Contains more Copper +135.5%
Contains more Manganese +297.7%

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.
Waffle
8
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Contains more Vitamin A +3700%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +139.1%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +356.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +13.3%
Contains more Folate +360%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +42.9%
Equal in Vitamin B5 - 0.465
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 14% 0% 0% 2% 66% 81% 39% 30% 13% 35% 32% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 1% 28% 0% 0% 28% 18% 35% 28% 19% 8% 0% 9%
Contains more Vitamin A +3700%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +139.1%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +356.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +13.3%
Contains more Folate +360%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +42.9%
Equal in Vitamin B5 - 0.465

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Waffle
4
:
Contains more Protein +24.2%
Contains more Water +25.4%
Contains more Other +95%
Contains more Carbs +37.8%
Equal in Fats - 13.2
8% 14% 33% 42% 3%
Protein: 7.9 g
Fats: 14.1 g
Carbs: 32.9 g
Water: 42 g
Other: 3.1 g
6% 13% 45% 34%
Protein: 6.36 g
Fats: 13.2 g
Carbs: 45.35 g
Water: 33.5 g
Other: 1.59 g
Contains more Protein +24.2%
Contains more Water +25.4%
Contains more Other +95%
Contains more Carbs +37.8%
Equal in Fats - 13.2

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Waffle
2
:
Contains less Saturated Fat -50.8%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +173.1%
Equal in Monounsaturated Fat - 3.837
22% 27% 52%
Saturated Fat: 2.866 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 3.521 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 6.785 g
48% 32% 20%
Saturated Fat: 5.826 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 3.837 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.484 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -50.8%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +173.1%
Equal in Monounsaturated Fat - 3.837

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Waffle Paratha Opinion
Net carbs 32.9g 35.75g Paratha
Protein 7.9g 6.36g Waffle
Fats 14.1g 13.2g Waffle
Carbs 32.9g 45.35g Paratha
Calories 291kcal 326kcal Paratha
Starch 31.5g Paratha
Fructose 0.35g Paratha
Sugar 4.15g Waffle
Fiber 9.6g Paratha
Calcium 255mg 25mg Waffle
Iron 2.31mg 1.61mg Waffle
Magnesium 19mg 37mg Paratha
Phosphorus 190mg 120mg Waffle
Potassium 159mg 139mg Waffle
Sodium 511mg 452mg Paratha
Zinc 0.68mg 0.82mg Paratha
Copper 0.062mg 0.146mg Paratha
Manganese 0.265mg 1.054mg Paratha
Selenium 46.2µg 7.1µg Waffle
Vitamin A 228IU 6IU Waffle
Vitamin A RAE 65µg 2µg Waffle
Vitamin E 1.35mg Paratha
Vitamin C 0.4mg 0mg Waffle
Vitamin B1 0.263mg 0.11mg Waffle
Vitamin B2 0.347mg 0.076mg Waffle
Vitamin B3 2.073mg 1.83mg Waffle
Vitamin B5 0.485mg 0.465mg Waffle
Vitamin B6 0.056mg 0.08mg Paratha
Folate 46µg 10µg Waffle
Vitamin B12 0.25µg 0µg Waffle
Vitamin K 3.4µg Paratha
Tryptophan 0.099mg Waffle
Threonine 0.289mg Waffle
Isoleucine 0.362mg Waffle
Leucine 0.63mg Waffle
Lysine 0.384mg Waffle
Methionine 0.179mg Waffle
Phenylalanine 0.395mg Waffle
Valine 0.409mg Waffle
Histidine 0.187mg Waffle
Cholesterol 69mg 1mg Paratha
Trans Fat 0.034g Waffle
Saturated Fat 2.866g 5.826g Waffle
Omega-3 - DHA 0.006g 0g Waffle
Omega-3 - EPA 0.001g 0g Waffle
Monounsaturated Fat 3.521g 3.837g Paratha
Polyunsaturated fat 6.785g 2.484g Waffle
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.002g Paratha
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 2.386g Paratha
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.006g Paratha
Omega-3 - ALA 0.064g Paratha
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.003g Paratha

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Waffle Paratha
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
26%
Waffle
14%
Paratha
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
Waffle
46%
Paratha

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Waffle
Waffle is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.15g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Waffle
Waffle is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.96g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Waffle
Waffle is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Paratha
Paratha contains less Sodium (difference - 59mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Paratha
Paratha is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 68mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Paratha
Paratha is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
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.

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. Waffle - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175039/nutrients
  2. Paratha - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174076/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.