Danish pastry vs. Potato salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are danish pastry and potato salad different?
- Danish pastry is higher in selenium, vitamin B2, iron, folate, manganese, vitamin B1, and vitamin B12; however, potato salad is richer in vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for danish pastry is 27% higher.
- Potato salad has less saturated fat.
Danish pastry, cheese and Potato salad, home-prepared are the varieties used 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 | +84.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +176.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +125.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +107.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -21.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +247.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +361% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +159.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +32.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +146.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +333.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +124.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +757.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +9900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +75.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +252.5% |
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:
2.68 g
Fats:
8.2 g
Carbs:
11.17 g
Water:
76 g
Other:
1.95 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +198.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +167.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +233% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +142% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +30% |
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
1.429 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.48 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.737 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +356.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -79% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +45.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 18.9µg | 4.1µg | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 6.794g | 1.429g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.313g | 2.48g | 22% |
| Fats | 21.9g | 8.2g | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 68mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.26mg | 0.06mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 0.65mg | 14% |
| Folate | 60µg | 7µg | 13% |
| Calories | 374kcal | 143kcal | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.351mg | 0.101mg | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 10mg | 11% |
| Protein | 8g | 2.68g | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.19mg | 0.077mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 37.2g | 11.17g | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 108mg | 52mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.575g | 3.737g | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.141mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.2µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2mg | 0.89mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 6.9µg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 417mg | 529mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 98mg | 254mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 0.534mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.31mg | 4% |
| Choline | 20.1mg | 4% | |
| Copper | 0.089mg | 0.118mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 35mg | 19mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 1.3g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 36.2g | 9.87g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 15mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 6.95g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 35µg | 32µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.089mg | 0.042mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.293mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.371mg | 0.141mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.644mg | 0.202mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.43mg | 0.171mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.174mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.135mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.412mg | 0.172mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.205mg | 0.062mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 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%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
24%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.95g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.365g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Danish pastry is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 45mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Danish pastry contains less Sodium (difference - 112mg)
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
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)