Buttermilk vs. Potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between buttermilk and potatoes
- Buttermilk has more calcium, vitamin B2, and vitamin B12; however, potatoes are richer in vitamin C, vitamin B6, copper, iron, manganese, fiber, and potassium.
- Potatoes cover your daily vitamin C needs 21% more than buttermilk.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Milk, buttermilk, fluid, cultured, lowfat and Potatoes, flesh and skin, raw.
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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 | +866.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +40% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +56.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +400% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +109.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +181.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1520% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +900% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +9900% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +381.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +46.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1870% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +138.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1729.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +776.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.31 g
Fats:
0.88 g
Carbs:
4.79 g
Water:
90.13 g
Other:
0.89 g
Protein:
2.05 g
Fats:
0.09 g
Carbs:
17.49 g
Water:
79.25 g
Other:
1.12 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +61.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +877.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +13.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +265.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +25.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.548 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.254 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.033 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.025 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.042 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +12600% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +27.3% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 1mg | 19.7mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.298mg | 20% |
| Copper | 0.011mg | 0.11mg | 11% |
| Iron | 0.05mg | 0.81mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 116mg | 12mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.154mg | 0.032mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0.2mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.22µg | 0µg | 9% |
| Potassium | 151mg | 425mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.1g | 8% |
| Sodium | 190mg | 6mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.058mg | 1.061mg | 6% |
| Starch | 15.29g | 6% | |
| Phosphorus | 89mg | 57mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 4.79g | 17.49g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.034mg | 0.081mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 23mg | 3% |
| Protein | 3.31g | 2.05g | 3% |
| Folate | 5µg | 15µg | 3% |
| Selenium | 2µg | 0.4µg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 2µg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.548g | 0.025g | 2% |
| Calories | 40kcal | 77kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 14µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.42mg | 0.3mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Choline | 17.7mg | 12.1mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.88g | 0.09g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.254g | 0.002g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 4.79g | 15.39g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 1IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.79g | 0.82g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.05mg | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.275mg | 0.295mg | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.033g | 0.042g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.141mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.171mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.313mg | 0.098mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.277mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.087mg | 0.032mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.171mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.217mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.1mg | 0.035mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.26g | 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
9%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.97g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 184mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.523g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato is lower in glycemic index (difference - 86)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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