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Arborio rice vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between arborio rice and potato chips

  • Arborio rice contains less vitamin B6, potassium, vitamin C, copper, phosphorus, vitamin B3, magnesium, vitamin B2, and zinc than potato chips.
  • Daily need coverage for saturated fat for potato chips is 55% higher.
  • Arborio rice is lower in saturated fat.
  • Arborio rice has a higher glycemic index than potato chips.

Food types used in this article are Rice, white, short-grain, enriched, cooked and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 5.7% 0.3% 2.3% 55% 24% 11% 14% 0% 47% 41%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 48% 7.2% 113% 61% 102% 30% 71% 1% 57% 44%
Contains less SodiumSodium -100%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +737.5%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +2300%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +4803.8%
Contains more IronIron +11.6%
Contains more CopperCopper +325%
Contains more ZincZinc +172.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +400%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +23.2%
~equal in Selenium ~8.1µg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 41% 3.7% 28% 24% 14% 0% 0% 44% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 104% 0% 182% 0% 42% 45% 72% 24% 152% 0% 55% 34% 20%
Contains more FolateFolate +31.1%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +1131.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +156.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1018.6%
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B1 ~0.167mg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~0.402mg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 29% 69%
Protein: 2.36 g
Fats: 0.19 g
Carbs: 28.73 g
Water: 68.53 g
Other: 0.19 g
7% 35% 53% 2% 4%
Protein: 7 g
Fats: 34.6 g
Carbs: 52.9 g
Water: 1.9 g
Other: 3.6 g
Contains more WaterWater +3506.8%
Contains more ProteinProtein +196.6%
Contains more FatsFats +18110.5%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +84.1%
Contains more OtherOther +1794.7%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
32% 36% 31%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.051 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.058 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.05 g
33% 30% 37%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 10.96 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 12.17 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -99.5%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +16865.5%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +24240%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Arborio rice Potato chips DV% diff.
Polyunsaturated fat 0.05g 12.17g 81%
Vitamin E 9.11mg 61%
Fats 0.19g 34.6g 53%
Saturated fat 0.051g 10.96g 50%
Vitamin B6 0.059mg 0.66mg 46%
Potassium 26mg 1275mg 37%
Vitamin C 0mg 31.1mg 35%
Copper 0.072mg 0.306mg 26%
Monounsaturated fat 0.058g 9.84g 24%
Histidine 0.056mg 153mg 22%
Calories 130kcal 536kcal 20%
Fiber 4.8g 19%
Phosphorus 33mg 165mg 19%
Vitamin K 22.1µg 18%
Vitamin B3 1.493mg 3.827mg 15%
Magnesium 8mg 67mg 14%
Vitamin B2 0.016mg 0.197mg 14%
Protein 2.36g 7g 9%
Carbs 28.73g 52.9g 8%
Choline 37.5mg 7%
Zinc 0.4mg 1.09mg 6%
Folate 59µg 45µg 4%
Manganese 0.357mg 0.44mg 4%
Calcium 1mg 24mg 2%
Iron 1.46mg 1.63mg 2%
Selenium 7.5µg 8.1µg 1%
Net carbs 28.73g 48.1g N/A
Sugar 0.22g N/A
Sodium 0mg 8mg 0%
Vitamin B1 0.164mg 0.167mg 0%
Vitamin B5 0.397mg 0.402mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.027mg 0.108mg 0%
Threonine 0.084mg 0.253mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.102mg 0.283mg 0%
Leucine 0.195mg 0.419mg 0%
Lysine 0.085mg 0.424mg 0%
Methionine 0.056mg 0.11mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.126mg 0.31mg 0%
Valine 0.144mg 0.392mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Arborio rice Potato chips
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
12%
Arborio rice
56%
Potato chips
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
Arborio rice
53%
Potato chips

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato chips
Potato chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato chips
Potato chips is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.22g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.909g)
Which food is cheaper?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

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. Arborio rice - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168882/nutrients
  2. Potato chips - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170649/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.