Danish pastry vs. Potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between danish pastry and potatoes?
- Danish pastry is higher in selenium, vitamin B2, iron, folate, and vitamin B1, yet potatoes are higher in vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium.
- Danish pastry's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 34% more.
- Danish pastry has 70 times more sodium than potatoes. While danish pastry has 417mg of sodium, potatoes have only 6mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in potatoes is lower.
- The glycemic index of danish pastry is lower.
We used Danish pastry, cheese and Potatoes, flesh and skin, raw types in this article.
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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 | +191.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +122.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +133.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +89.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +75.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +4625% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +53.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +333.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +23.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.6% |
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 | +3400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +134.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +712.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +88.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +245% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +66.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +19600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +645% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8 g
Fats:
21.9 g
Carbs:
37.2 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
1.5 g
Protein:
2.05 g
Fats:
0.09 g
Carbs:
17.49 g
Water:
79.25 g
Other:
1.12 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +290.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +24233.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +112.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +33.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +152.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.794 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.313 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.575 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 | +565550% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +6031% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.6% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fats | 21.9g | 0.09g | 34% |
| Selenium | 18.9µg | 0.4µg | 34% |
| Saturated fat | 6.794g | 0.025g | 31% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.313g | 0.002g | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 19.7mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.298mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 417mg | 6mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.26mg | 0.032mg | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.575g | 0.042g | 17% |
| Calories | 374kcal | 77kcal | 15% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 0.81mg | 12% |
| Protein | 8g | 2.05g | 12% |
| Folate | 60µg | 15µg | 11% |
| Potassium | 98mg | 425mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.19mg | 0.081mg | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.2µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.351mg | 0.2mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 108mg | 57mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 37.2g | 17.49g | 7% |
| Starch | 15.29g | 6% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2mg | 1.061mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.3mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 35µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 2.1g | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 6.9µg | 2µg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.089mg | 0.11mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 0.01mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 12mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 23mg | 2% |
| Choline | 20.1mg | 12.1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 36.2g | 15.39g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 6.95g | 0.82g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 0.295mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.089mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.293mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.371mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.644mg | 0.098mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.43mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.174mg | 0.032mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.412mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.205mg | 0.035mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.26g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
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
22%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.13g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 411mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.769g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Danish pastry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 36)
Which food is cheaper?
Danish pastry is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Danish pastry is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Danish pastry is relatively richer in vitamins