White bread vs. Halva — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between white bread and halva?
- White bread is richer in selenium and vitamin B3, while halva is higher in copper, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, vitamin B6, and manganese.
- Halva's daily need coverage for copper is 122% higher.
- Halva has 3 times less sodium than white bread. White bread has 490mg of sodium, while halva has 195mg.
- White bread has a higher glycemic index (73) than halva (55).
We used Bread, white, commercially prepared (includes soft bread crumbs) and Candies, halavah, plain 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 | +336.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +91.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +847.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +48.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +25.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1090.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +483.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +519.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -60.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +62.9% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +25.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +176.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +67.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +208% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +70.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
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:
12.49 g
Fats:
21.52 g
Carbs:
60.49 g
Water:
3.67 g
Other:
1.83 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +892.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +41.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +546.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.4% |
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Other
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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
4.127 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.194 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.481 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -83.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1267.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +429.4% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.101mg | 1.202mg | 122% |
| Phosphorus | 98mg | 607mg | 73% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 218mg | 46% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.602g | 8.481g | 46% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 4.32mg | 33% |
| Fats | 3.33g | 21.52g | 28% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.087mg | 0.348mg | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.599g | 8.194g | 19% |
| Selenium | 22µg | 11.5µg | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 0.698g | 4.127g | 16% |
| Manganese | 0.536mg | 0.873mg | 15% |
| Starch | 37.17g | 15% | |
| Sodium | 490mg | 195mg | 13% |
| Iron | 3.61mg | 4.53mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.78mg | 2.856mg | 12% |
| Folate | 111µg | 65µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.243mg | 0.088mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 144mg | 33mg | 11% |
| Calories | 266kcal | 469kcal | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.533mg | 0.424mg | 9% |
| Protein | 8.85g | 12.49g | 7% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 4.5g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg | 0.174mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 49.42g | 60.49g | 4% |
| Fructose | 2.43g | 3% | |
| Choline | 14.6mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.04µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 126mg | 187mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 46.72g | 55.99g | N/A |
| Sugar | 5.67g | N/A | |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.027g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 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
33%
25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
133%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
White bread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.429g)
Which food is cheaper?
White bread is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
White bread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Halva is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.67g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Halva contains less Sodium (difference - 295mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Halva is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Halva is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)