Biscuit vs. French fries — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between biscuits and french fries
- Biscuits are richer in selenium, iron, calcium, vitamin B2, and vitamin B1, yet french fries are richer in vitamin B6, potassium, and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for biscuits is 34% higher.
- Biscuits contain 13 times more calcium than french fries. Biscuits contain 235mg of calcium, while french fries contain 18mg.
- French fries contain less sodium.
- Biscuits have a lower glycemic index than french fries.
Food types used in this article are Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe 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 CalciumCalcium | +1205.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +258% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +31.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +53% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2066.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +94.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +378.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +51.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -63.8% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +109.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +694.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +103.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +2250% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +103.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +962.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
16.3 g
Carbs:
44.6 g
Water:
28.9 g
Other:
3.2 g
Protein:
3.43 g
Fats:
14.73 g
Carbs:
41.44 g
Water:
38.55 g
Other:
1.85 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +104.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +73% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +33.4% |
~equal in
Fats
~14.73g
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Carbs
~41.44g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.324 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.93 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.163 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.336 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.398 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +16.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -46% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +29.7% |
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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| Selenium | 19.5µg | 0.9µg | 34% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 0.81mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.035mg | 0.372mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 235mg | 18mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.039mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.356mg | 0.17mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 580mg | 210mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 579mg | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 11% | |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 3.8g | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 9% | |
| Saturated fat | 4.324g | 2.336g | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.163g | 5.398g | 8% |
| Folate | 61µg | 30µg | 8% |
| Protein | 7g | 3.43g | 7% |
| Choline | 36.8mg | 7% | |
| Phosphorus | 164mg | 125mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.378mg | 0.247mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.285mg | 0.58mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.124mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 4.7mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 35mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.93g | 5.969g | 2% |
| Calories | 353kcal | 312kcal | 2% |
| Fats | 16.3g | 14.73g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 44.6g | 41.44g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 43.1g | 37.64g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.18g | 0.3g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.949mg | 3.004mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.06g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.211mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.273mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.514mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.226mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.132mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.313mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.161mg | 0% | |
| 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
23%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
French fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 370mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
French fries is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.988g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
French fries is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 26)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Biscuit is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)