Eggnog vs. Potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are eggnog and potatoes different?
- Eggnog is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B2, and calcium; however, potatoes are richer in vitamin C, vitamin B6, copper, manganese, and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for potatoes is 20% higher.
- Eggnog has a lower glycemic index (55) than potatoes (86).
Eggnog and Potatoes, flesh and skin, raw 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 | +983.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +53.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +91.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +950% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +21.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +157.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +305% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +746.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3900% |
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 | +2000% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +493.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +41.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +331.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1213.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +138.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +910.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +496% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +566.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1400% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +122% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4555.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +117.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +67.2% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +65000% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +371.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +325% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +342.9% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +550% |
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 price |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 59mg | 0mg | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 1.5mg | 19.7mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.298mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.45µg | 0µg | 19% |
| Calcium | 130mg | 12mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.032mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.591g | 0.025g | 12% |
| Copper | 0.013mg | 0.11mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 165mg | 425mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 0.81mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.1g | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.005mg | 0.2mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 4.2µg | 0.4µg | 7% |
| Choline | 52.2mg | 12.1mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 109mg | 57mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 59µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.105mg | 1.061mg | 6% |
| Fats | 4.19g | 0.09g | 6% |
| Starch | 15.29g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 49IU | 0IU | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 1.2µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Protein | 4.55g | 2.05g | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.034mg | 0.081mg | 4% |
| Folate | 1µg | 15µg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.302g | 0.002g | 3% |
| Carbs | 8.05g | 17.49g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.417mg | 0.295mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 54mg | 6mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.198g | 0.042g | 1% |
| Calories | 88kcal | 77kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.21mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.46mg | 0.3mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 23mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 8.05g | 15.39g | N/A |
| Sugar | 8.05g | 0.82g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.201mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.237mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.383mg | 0.098mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.257mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.12mg | 0.032mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.225mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.289mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.108mg | 0.035mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.04g | 0.26g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 59mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.23g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.566g)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Eggnog is lower in glycemic index (difference - 31)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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