White Bread vs. Roti (Chapati) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between White Bread and Roti (Chapati)
- White Bread is richer in Iron, Folate, and Calcium, yet Roti (Chapati) is richer in Manganese, Fiber, Vitamin B6, Copper, Phosphorus, and Selenium.
- Daily need coverage for Manganese from Roti (Chapati) is 53% higher.
- White Bread contains 4 times more Calcium than Roti (Chapati). White Bread contains 144mg of Calcium, while Roti (Chapati) contains 36mg.
- White Bread contains less Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are Bread, white, commercially prepared (includes soft bread crumbs) and Bread, chapati or roti, 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.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +300% |
| Contains more IronIron | +64.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +143.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +55.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +126.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +108.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +61.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -39.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +225.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +20.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +18.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +35% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +146.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +87.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +221.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1550% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.85 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
49.42 g
Water:
36.42 g
Other:
1.98 g
Protein:
7.85 g
Fats:
9.2 g
Carbs:
46.13 g
Water:
35.43 g
Other:
1.39 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +42.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +176.3% |
~equal in
Carbs
~46.13g
~equal in
Water
~35.43g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.698 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.599 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.602 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.311 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.091 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.761 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -78.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +110.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +249.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
37.17 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.57 g
Fructose:
2.43 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.67 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
33.67 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0.3 g
Fructose:
0.27 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.97 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +423.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +800% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +18% |
~equal in
Starch
~33.67g
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 266kcal | 299kcal |
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| Protein | 8.85g | 7.85g |
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| Fats | 3.33g | 9.2g |
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| Net carbs | 46.72g | 36.43g |
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| Carbs | 49.42g | 46.13g |
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| Magnesium | 23mg | 56mg |
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| Calcium | 144mg | 36mg |
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| Potassium | 126mg | 196mg |
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| Iron | 3.61mg | 2.2mg |
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| Sugar | 5.67g | 2.93g |
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| Fiber | 2.7g | 9.7g |
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| Copper | 0.101mg | 0.229mg |
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| Zinc | 0.74mg | 1.54mg |
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| Starch | 37.17g | 33.67g |
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| Phosphorus | 98mg | 158mg |
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| Sodium | 490mg | 298mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 0.55mg |
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| Manganese | 0.536mg | 1.747mg |
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| Selenium | 22µg | 26.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.533mg | 0.45mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.243mg | 0.18mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.78mg | 4.61mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg | 0.56mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.087mg | 0.28mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 3.3µg |
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| Folate | 111µg | 45µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.027g | 0.029g |
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| Choline | 14.6mg | 7.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.698g | 3.311g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.599g | 2.091g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.602g | 0.761g |
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| Fructose | 2.43g | 0.27g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | 0.027g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.72g |
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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
33%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
75%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
White Bread is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.613g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Roti (Chapati) is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.74g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Roti (Chapati) contains less Sodium (difference - 192mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Roti (Chapati) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Roti (Chapati) is relatively richer in minerals
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 ($)
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.