Edam vs. French fries — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between edam and french fries?
- Edam is richer in calcium, vitamin B12, phosphorus, zinc, vitamin B2, and selenium, while french fries are higher in vitamin B6.
- Edam's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 76% higher.
- French fries are lower in cholesterol.
- French fries have a higher glycemic index (70) than edam (27).
We used Cheese, edam and Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil 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 CalciumCalcium | +3961.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +650% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +328.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1511.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +16.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +208% |
| Contains more IronIron | +84.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +244.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -74.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2145.5% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +897.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +595.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +359.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +3563.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +106.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +389.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +387% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +87.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +139% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.99 g
Fats:
27.8 g
Carbs:
1.43 g
Water:
41.56 g
Other:
4.22 g
Protein:
3.43 g
Fats:
14.73 g
Carbs:
41.44 g
Water:
38.55 g
Other:
1.85 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +628.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +88.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +128.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2797.9% |
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Water
~38.55g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.572 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.125 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.665 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.336 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.398 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +36.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -86.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +711.7% |
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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| Calcium | 731mg | 18mg | 71% |
| Saturated fat | 17.572g | 2.336g | 69% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.54µg | 0µg | 64% |
| Phosphorus | 536mg | 125mg | 59% |
| Protein | 24.99g | 3.43g | 43% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.665g | 5.398g | 32% |
| Zinc | 3.75mg | 0.5mg | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 0mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.389mg | 0.039mg | 27% |
| Vitamin A | 243µg | 0µg | 27% |
| Sodium | 812mg | 210mg | 26% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 0.9µg | 25% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.076mg | 0.372mg | 23% |
| Fats | 27.8g | 14.73g | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.082mg | 3.004mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.8g | 15% |
| Carbs | 1.43g | 41.44g | 13% |
| Potassium | 188mg | 579mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.037mg | 0.17mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.036mg | 0.124mg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 0.24mg | 1.67mg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.247mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 11.2µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.281mg | 0.58mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.44mg | 0.81mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.125g | 5.969g | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 4.7mg | 5% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 36.8mg | 4% |
| Folate | 16µg | 30µg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 20IU | 0IU | 3% |
| Calories | 357kcal | 312kcal | 2% |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 35mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.43g | 37.64g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.43g | 0.3g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.06g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.352mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.932mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.308mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.57mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.66mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.721mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.434mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.81mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 1.034mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.407g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.898g | N/A |
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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%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
80%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
French fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 89mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.13g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 602mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
French fries is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 15.236g)
Which food is cheaper?
French fries is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
French fries is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Edam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 43)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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