Olive oil vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between olive oil and potato chips
- Olive oil has more vitamin E and vitamin K; however, potato chips have more vitamin B6, potassium, vitamin C, copper, vitamin B3, phosphorus, fiber, and manganese.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B6 for potato chips is 51% higher.
- Potato chips have 3 times less vitamin K than olive oil. Olive oil has 60.2µg of vitamin K, while potato chips have 22.1µg.
- Potato chips have a higher glycemic index than olive oil.
Food types used in this article are Oil, olive, salad or cooking and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -75% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2300% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +127400% |
| Contains more IronIron | +191.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 EVitamin E | +57.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +172.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +12400% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
100 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
0 g
Other:
0 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +189% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
13.808 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
72.961 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.523 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.17 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +641.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -20.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +15.7% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Monounsaturated fat | 72.961g | 9.84g | 158% |
| Fats | 100g | 34.6g | 101% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.66mg | 51% |
| Potassium | 1mg | 1275mg | 37% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 31.1mg | 35% |
| Vitamin E | 14.35mg | 9.11mg | 35% |
| Copper | 0mg | 0.306mg | 34% |
| Vitamin K | 60.2µg | 22.1µg | 32% |
| Phosphorus | 0mg | 165mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 3.827mg | 24% |
| Histidine | 0mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Manganese | 0mg | 0.44mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.8g | 19% |
| Carbs | 0g | 52.9g | 18% |
| Calories | 884kcal | 536kcal | 17% |
| Magnesium | 0mg | 67mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.197mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 8.1µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.167mg | 14% |
| Protein | 0g | 7g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 13.808g | 10.96g | 13% |
| Iron | 0.56mg | 1.63mg | 13% |
| Folate | 0µg | 45µg | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 10.523g | 12.17g | 11% |
| Zinc | 0mg | 1.09mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.402mg | 8% |
| Choline | 0.3mg | 37.5mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 24mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Sodium | 2mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0mg | 0.253mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0mg | 0.419mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0mg | 0.424mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0mg | 0.31mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0mg | 0.392mg | 0% |
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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
34%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato chips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.848g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Olive oil is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.22g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Olive oil contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Olive oil is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is cheaper?
Olive oil is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)