Biscuit vs. Hash browns — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between biscuits and hash browns
- Biscuits have more selenium, iron, calcium, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, folate, manganese, and phosphorus; however, hash browns have more vitamin B6.
- Biscuits' daily need coverage for selenium is 35% more.
- Biscuits have 12 times more calcium than hash browns. Biscuits have 235mg of calcium, while hash browns have 19mg.
- Hash browns are lower in saturated fat.
- Hash browns have a higher glycemic index than biscuits.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe and Fast foods, potatoes, hash browns, round pieces or patty.
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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 | +1136.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +383.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +50% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +67.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +139.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +4775% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +16.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +193.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +22% |
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 | +159.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +715.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +60.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +408.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +2600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +431.4% |
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:
2.58 g
Fats:
17.04 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
49.27 g
Other:
2.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +171.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +54.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +43.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +70.5% |
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Fats
~17.04g
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
2.54 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.827 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.665 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -41.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +12.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +36.1% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 19.5µg | 0.4µg | 35% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 0.6mg | 29% |
| Calcium | 235mg | 19mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.038mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.356mg | 0.137mg | 18% |
| Vitamin E | 2.62mg | 17% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.035mg | 0.186mg | 12% |
| Folate | 61µg | 12µg | 12% |
| Starch | 25.74g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.163g | 5.665g | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.378mg | 0.158mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 164mg | 98mg | 9% |
| Protein | 7g | 2.58g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 4.324g | 2.54g | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 9.9µg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.949mg | 1.838mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 355mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 5.4mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 2.7g | 5% |
| Carbs | 44.6g | 28.88g | 5% |
| Calories | 353kcal | 272kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Choline | 17.8mg | 3% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.93g | 7.827g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.285mg | 0.38mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.36mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.1mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 580mg | 566mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Fats | 16.3g | 17.04g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 43.1g | 26.18g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.18g | 0.56g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.056g | 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% | |
| Fructose | 0.24g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.441g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.03g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.131g | 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%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hash browns is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hash browns is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.62g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hash browns contains less Sodium (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Hash browns is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.784g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
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 ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.