Arepa vs. Potato salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Arepa and Potato salad different?
- Arepa is higher in Phosphorus, Calcium, and Fiber, however, Potato salad is richer in Copper, and Vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for Cholesterol from Potato salad is 21% higher.
- Arepa contains 5 times more Calcium than Potato salad. While Arepa contains 89mg of Calcium, Potato salad contains only 19mg.
- Potato salad has less Saturated Fat.
Restaurant, Latino, arepa (unleavened cornmeal bread) and Potato salad, home-prepared are the varieties used in this article.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +80% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +368.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +60% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +158.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +125% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -49% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +14.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +48.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +188.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +293.3% |
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 AVitamin A | +35.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +164.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +31.8% |
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Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.48 g
Fats:
5.38 g
Carbs:
37.14 g
Water:
50.8 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
2.68 g
Fats:
8.2 g
Carbs:
11.17 g
Water:
76 g
Other:
1.95 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +104.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +232.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +52.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +49.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +62.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.902 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.514 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.989 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.429 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.48 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.737 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -50.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +63.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +277.9% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 219kcal | 143kcal |
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| Protein | 5.48g | 2.68g |
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| Fats | 5.38g | 8.2g |
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| Vitamin C | 10mg |
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| Net carbs | 34.54g | 9.87g |
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| Carbs | 37.14g | 11.17g |
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| Cholesterol | 5mg | 68mg |
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| Magnesium | 27mg | 15mg |
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| Calcium | 89mg | 19mg |
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| Potassium | 88mg | 254mg |
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| Iron | 1.04mg | 0.65mg |
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| Sugar | 0.87g |
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| Fiber | 2.6g | 1.3g |
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| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.118mg |
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| Zinc | 0.8mg | 0.31mg |
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| Phosphorus | 117mg | 52mg |
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| Sodium | 270mg | 529mg |
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| Vitamin A | 213IU | 157IU |
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| Vitamin A | 61µg | 32µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.29mg |
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| Manganese | 0.116mg | 0.101mg |
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| Selenium | 6.1µg | 4.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.077mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.042mg | 0.06mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.888mg | 0.89mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.202mg | 0.534mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.107mg | 0.141mg |
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| Vitamin K | 3.5µg |
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| Folate | 7µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.157g |
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| Choline | 4.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.902g | 1.429g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.514g | 2.48g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.989g | 3.737g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.048mg | 0.042mg |
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| Threonine | 0.193mg | 0.116mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.207mg | 0.141mg |
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| Leucine | 0.671mg | 0.202mg |
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| Lysine | 0.228mg | 0.171mg |
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| Methionine | 0.131mg | 0.066mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.276mg | 0.135mg |
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| Valine | 0.276mg | 0.172mg |
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| Histidine | 0.166mg | 0.062mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.825g |
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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
8%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
24%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.87g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Potato salad is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.473g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato salad is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arepa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 63mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arepa contains less Sodium (difference - 259mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Arepa is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)