Buckwheat vs. Hash browns — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between buckwheat and hash browns?
- Buckwheat is richer in manganese and magnesium, yet hash browns are richer in vitamin E, vitamin B6, vitamin B1, potassium, vitamin K, and vitamin C.
- Hash browns' daily need coverage for sodium is 24% higher.
- Buckwheat has 3 times more manganese than hash browns. Buckwheat has 0.403mg of manganese, while hash browns have 0.158mg.
- Buckwheat contains less saturated fat.
We used Buckwheat groats, roasted, cooked 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +142.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +33.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +46% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +69.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +155.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +450% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +171.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +303.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40% |
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 FolateFolate | +16.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +12.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2811.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +242.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +95.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +141.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +421.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.38 g
Fats:
0.62 g
Carbs:
19.94 g
Water:
75.63 g
Other:
0.43 g
Protein:
2.58 g
Fats:
17.04 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
49.27 g
Other:
2.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +31% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +53.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2648.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +44.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +418.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.134 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.188 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.188 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 | -94.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +4063.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2913.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0.2 g
Fructose:
0.1 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
25.74 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.31 g
Fructose:
0.24 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +55% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +140% |
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.188g | 5.665g | 37% |
| Fats | 0.62g | 17.04g | 25% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 566mg | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.188g | 7.827g | 19% |
| Vitamin E | 0.09mg | 2.62mg | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 0.134g | 2.54g | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.403mg | 0.158mg | 11% |
| Starch | 25.74g | 11% | |
| Calories | 92kcal | 272kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.04mg | 0.137mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.077mg | 0.186mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 355mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 1.9µg | 9.9µg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 51mg | 21mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 5.4mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.94mg | 1.838mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.146mg | 0.1mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 70mg | 98mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 19.94g | 28.88g | 3% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 0.6mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 2.2µg | 0.4µg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.61mg | 0.36mg | 2% |
| Protein | 3.38g | 2.58g | 2% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 19mg | 1% |
| Folate | 14µg | 12µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 17.24g | 26.18g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.9g | 0.56g | N/A |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 2.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.039mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.359mg | 0.38mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.056g | N/A | |
| Choline | 20.1mg | 17.8mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.049mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.129mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.127mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.212mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.172mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.044mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.133mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.173mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.079mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.1g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hash browns is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.34g)
Which food is cheaper?
Hash browns is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Hash browns is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Buckwheat contains less Sodium (difference - 562mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Buckwheat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.406g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Buckwheat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.