Couscous vs. Potatoes, boiled, cooked without skin, flesh, without salt — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between couscous and potatoes, boiled, cooked without skin, flesh, without salt?
- Couscous is richer in selenium, while potatoes, boiled, cooked without skin, flesh, without salt is higher in vitamin B6, copper, vitamin C, and potassium.
- Couscous's daily need coverage for selenium is 49% higher.
We used Couscous, cooked and Potatoes, boiled, cooked without skin, flesh, without salt 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 IronIron | +22.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +9066.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +150% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +465.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +307.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +81.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +66.7% |
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 | +1200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +42.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +55.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +33.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +37.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +427.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +300% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.79 g
Fats:
0.16 g
Carbs:
23.22 g
Water:
72.57 g
Other:
0.26 g
Protein:
1.71 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
20.01 g
Water:
77.46 g
Other:
0.72 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +121.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +60% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +16% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +176.9% |
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Water
~77.46g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.029 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.022 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.064 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.026 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.043 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1000% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +48.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -10.3% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sodium | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 27.5µg | 0.3µg | 49% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.051mg | 0.269mg | 17% |
| Copper | 0.041mg | 0.167mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 58mg | 328mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 7.4mg | 8% |
| Protein | 3.79g | 1.71g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 20mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.371mg | 0.509mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 22mg | 40mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.063mg | 0.098mg | 3% |
| Folate | 15µg | 9µg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 2.2µg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.084mg | 0.14mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.983mg | 1.312mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 1.8g | 2% |
| Choline | 3.3mg | 13.2mg | 2% |
| Calories | 112kcal | 86kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.027mg | 0.019mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.13mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.38mg | 0.31mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 23.22g | 20.01g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.16g | 0.1g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 21.82g | 18.21g | N/A |
| Calcium | 8mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0.89g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.26mg | 0.27mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.029g | 0.026g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.022g | 0.002g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.064g | 0.043g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.049mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.1mg | 0.062mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.147mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.259mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.073mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.059mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.184mg | 0.076mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.162mg | 0.096mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.077mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.28g | 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
7%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
22%
16%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potatoes, boiled, cooked without skin, flesh, without salt is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.003g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potatoes, boiled, cooked without skin, flesh, without salt is lower in glycemic index (difference - 65)
Which food is cheaper?
Potatoes, boiled, cooked without skin, flesh, without salt is cheaper (difference - $1.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potatoes, boiled, cooked without skin, flesh, without salt is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potatoes, boiled, cooked without skin, flesh, without salt is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Couscous is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.79g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (5 mg)