Arrowroot vs. French fries — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between arrowroot and french fries
- Arrowroot is higher in folate and iron, yet french fries are higher in fiber, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and vitamin B5.
- Arrowroot covers your daily folate needs 77% more than french fries.
- Arrowroot contains 3 times more iron than french fries. While arrowroot contains 2.22mg of iron, french fries contain only 0.81mg.
- The amount of sodium in arrowroot is lower.
- The glycemic index of arrowroot is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Arrowroot, raw and Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil.
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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 IronIron | +174.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +26% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +40% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +27.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +27.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +42% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +28.6% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +51.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1026.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +147.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +18.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +77.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +98.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +39.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.24 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
13.39 g
Water:
80.75 g
Other:
1.42 g
Protein:
3.43 g
Fats:
14.73 g
Carbs:
41.44 g
Water:
38.55 g
Other:
1.85 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +109.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +7265% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +209.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +30.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.039 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.004 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.092 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.336 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.398 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +149125% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5767.4% |
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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| Folate | 338µg | 30µg | 77% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.092g | 5.398g | 35% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 14.73g | 22% |
| Iron | 2.22mg | 0.81mg | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.004g | 5.969g | 15% |
| Calories | 65kcal | 312kcal | 12% |
| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 11% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.039g | 2.336g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 3.8g | 10% |
| Carbs | 13.39g | 41.44g | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.693mg | 3.004mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.266mg | 0.372mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 26mg | 210mg | 8% |
| Choline | 36.8mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.292mg | 0.58mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 454mg | 579mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 98mg | 125mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.247mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.9mg | 4.7mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.059mg | 0.039mg | 2% |
| Protein | 4.24g | 3.43g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.17mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 35mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.63mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 12.09g | 37.64g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.3g | N/A | |
| Copper | 0.121mg | 0.124mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.9µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.06g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.407g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.898g | 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
32%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
French fries is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
French fries is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arrowroot is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arrowroot contains less Sodium (difference - 184mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Arrowroot is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.297g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Arrowroot is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
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 ($)