Biscuit vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between biscuits and potato chips?
- Biscuits are higher in calcium, selenium, iron, and vitamin B1, yet potato chips are higher in vitamin B6, vitamin C, potassium, and copper.
- Potato chips' daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 48% more.
- Biscuits have 73 times more sodium than potato chips. While biscuits have 580mg of sodium, potato chips have only 8mg.
- The glycemic index of biscuits is lower.
We used Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted types 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 CalciumCalcium | +879.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +77.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +140.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +272.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +953.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +273.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +101.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +16.4% |
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 | +113.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +57.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +35.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +15450% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +29.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +41.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1785.7% |
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:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1421.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +112.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +12.5% |
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Protein
~7g
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
10.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.17 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -60.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +42% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +192.3% |
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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| Vitamin E | 9.11mg | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.163g | 12.17g | 53% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.035mg | 0.66mg | 48% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 31.1mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 1275mg | 34% |
| Saturated fat | 4.324g | 10.96g | 30% |
| Fats | 16.3g | 34.6g | 28% |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.306mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 580mg | 8mg | 25% |
| Histidine | 0.161mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 235mg | 24mg | 21% |
| Selenium | 19.5µg | 8.1µg | 21% |
| Vitamin K | 22.1µg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.356mg | 0.167mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 1.63mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 4.8g | 13% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 67mg | 12% |
| Calories | 353kcal | 536kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.197mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.93g | 9.84g | 7% |
| Choline | 37.5mg | 7% | |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 1.09mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.949mg | 3.827mg | 5% |
| Folate | 61µg | 45µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.378mg | 0.44mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 44.6g | 52.9g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.285mg | 0.402mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Protein | 7g | 7g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.1g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.18g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 164mg | 165mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.087mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.211mg | 0.253mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.273mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.514mg | 0.419mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.226mg | 0.424mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.132mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg | 0.31mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.313mg | 0.392mg | 0% |
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
23%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.96g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 572mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Biscuit is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.636g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is cheaper?
Biscuit is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.