Barbecue chicken vs. Potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between barbecue chicken and potatoes
- Barbecue chicken has more selenium, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, and zinc, while potatoes have more vitamin C.
- Barbecue chicken covers your daily need for cholesterol, 42% more than potatoes.
- The amount of cholesterol in potatoes is lower.
- Barbecue chicken has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of barbecue chicken is 10, while the glycemic index of potatoes is 86.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Chicken, broiler, rotisserie, BBQ, thigh meat and skin and Potatoes, flesh and skin, raw.
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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 | +33.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +17.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +493.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +282.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +5400% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +66.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +42.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3900% |
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 EVitamin E | +4500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +609.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +440.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +419.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +47.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +94.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +56% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +87.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
22.51 g
Fats:
15.08 g
Carbs:
0.12 g
Water:
61.41 g
Other:
0.88 g
Protein:
2.05 g
Fats:
0.09 g
Carbs:
17.49 g
Water:
79.25 g
Other:
1.12 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +998% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +16655.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +14475% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +29.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +27.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.927 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.446 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.038 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.025 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.042 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +322200% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +4752.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.04 g
Glucose:
0.04 g
Fructose:
0.04 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
15.29 g
Sucrose:
0.17 g
Glucose:
0.31 g
Fructose:
0.26 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +325% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +675% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +550% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 127mg | 0mg | 42% |
| Protein | 22.51g | 2.05g | 41% |
| Selenium | 22µg | 0.4µg | 39% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.732mg | 1.061mg | 29% |
| Fats | 15.08g | 0.09g | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 218mg | 57mg | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 19.7mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.47µg | 0µg | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 3.927g | 0.025g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.446g | 0.002g | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.227mg | 0.032mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 335mg | 6mg | 14% |
| Zinc | 1.78mg | 0.3mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.038g | 0.042g | 13% |
| Choline | 62.9mg | 12.1mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.191mg | 0.298mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.1g | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.005mg | 0.2mg | 8% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 77kcal | 7% |
| Starch | 0g | 15.29g | 6% |
| Carbs | 0.12g | 17.49g | 6% |
| Potassium | 255mg | 425mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.11mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0.01mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.152mg | 0.295mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.081mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.95mg | 0.81mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2µg | 2% |
| Folate | 8µg | 15µg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 0.12g | 15.39g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 23mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 12mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.12g | 0.82g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.078g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.173mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.657mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.853mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.549mg | 0.098mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.75mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.565mg | 0.032mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.69mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.935mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.592mg | 0.035mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.04g | 0.26g | 0% |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | 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
26%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
41%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 127mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 329mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.902g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Barbecue chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.7g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Barbecue chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 76)
Which food is cheaper?
Barbecue chicken is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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