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Broth vs. Hash browns — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between broth and hash browns?

  • Broth is richer in selenium, vitamin B2, choline, calcium, vitamin B12, and phosphorus, yet hash browns are richer in vitamin E, copper, and fiber.
  • Broth's daily need coverage for sodium is 1013% higher.
  • Hash browns contain less sodium.
  • Broth has a lower glycemic index than hash browns.

We used Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry and Fast foods, potatoes, hash browns, round pieces or patty types in this comparison.

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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.
Broth
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 40% 56% 27% 39% 0% 2.5% 71% 3114% 20% 153%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 15% 5.7% 31% 23% 33% 9.8% 42% 74% 21% 2.2%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +166.7%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +884.2%
Contains more IronIron +71.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +69.4%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +6900%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +14.9%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +300%
Contains less SodiumSodium -97.6%
~equal in Manganese ~0.158mg

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.
Broth
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 3.7% 0% 9.2% 0% 25% 99% 46% 36% 23% 38% 0% 24% 63%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 18% 0% 52% 0% 34% 8.8% 34% 23% 43% 0% 25% 9% 9.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +1031.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +33.8%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +57.9%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +166.7%
Contains more CholineCholine +543.8%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +390.9%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +469.6%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +37%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +86%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Broth
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17% 14% 18% 2% 49%
Protein: 16.66 g
Fats: 13.88 g
Carbs: 18.01 g
Water: 2.27 g
Other: 49.18 g
3% 17% 29% 49% 2%
Protein: 2.58 g
Fats: 17.04 g
Carbs: 28.88 g
Water: 49.27 g
Other: 2.23 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +545.7%
Contains more OtherOther +2105.4%
Contains more FatsFats +22.8%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +60.4%
Contains more WaterWater +2070.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Broth
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26% 40% 34%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.43 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.48 g
16% 49% 35%
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 -25.9%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +46%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +26.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Broth Hash browns
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Broth Hash browns DV% diff.
Sodium 23875mg 566mg 1013%
Selenium 28µg 0.4µg 50%
Vitamin B2 0.43mg 0.038mg 30%
Protein 16.66g 2.58g 28%
Choline 114.6mg 17.8mg 18%
Calcium 187mg 19mg 17%
Vitamin E 0.46mg 2.62mg 14%
Vitamin B12 0.3µg 0µg 13%
Starch 25.74g 11%
Copper 0mg 0.1mg 11%
Fiber 0g 2.7g 11%
Phosphorus 166mg 98mg 10%
Vitamin K 0µg 9.9µg 8%
Magnesium 56mg 21mg 8%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.48g 5.665g 8%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 0.186mg 7%
Monounsaturated fat 5.36g 7.827g 6%
Iron 1.03mg 0.6mg 5%
Folate 32µg 12µg 5%
Vitamin C 1.1mg 5.4mg 5%
Fats 13.88g 17.04g 5%
Vitamin B5 0.6mg 0.38mg 4%
Saturated fat 3.43g 2.54g 4%
Vitamin B3 2.46mg 1.838mg 4%
Cholesterol 13mg 0mg 4%
Carbs 18.01g 28.88g 4%
Vitamin B1 0.1mg 0.137mg 3%
Zinc 0.09mg 0.36mg 2%
Potassium 309mg 355mg 1%
Calories 267kcal 272kcal 0%
Net carbs 18.01g 26.18g N/A
Sugar 17.36g 0.56g N/A
Manganese 0.15mg 0.158mg 0%
Trans fat 0.056g N/A
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

Which food is preferable for your diet?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
Broth Hash browns
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
28%
Broth
20%
Hash browns
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
352%
Broth
26%
Hash browns

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hash browns
Hash browns is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hash browns
Hash browns is lower in Sugar (difference - 16.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hash browns
Hash browns contains less Sodium (difference - 23309mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Hash browns
Hash browns is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.89g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Broth
Broth is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Broth - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171562/nutrients
  2. Hash browns - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173273/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.