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Espresso vs. French fries — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are Espresso and French fries different?

  • Espresso is richer in Vitamin B3, and Magnesium, while French fries are higher in Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, Fiber, Vitamin B1, Potassium, Vitamin E , and Vitamin B5.
  • French fries covers your daily need of Vitamin B6 28% more than Espresso.
  • Espresso contains 2 times more Magnesium than French fries. Espresso contains 80mg of Magnesium, while French fries contain 35mg.
  • Espresso is lower in Saturated Fat.

Beverages, coffee, brewed, espresso, restaurant-prepared and Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil types were 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 Magnesium +128.6%
Contains less Sodium -93.3%
Contains more Calcium +800%
Contains more Iron +523.1%
Contains more Phosphorus +1685.7%
Contains more Potassium +403.5%
Contains more Zinc +900%
Contains more Copper +148%
Contains more Manganese +394%
Contains more Selenium +∞%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 1% 5% 58% 3% 11% 2% 2% 17% 7% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 6% 31% 25% 54% 52% 28% 14% 42% 33% 5%
Contains more Magnesium +128.6%
Contains less Sodium -93.3%
Contains more Calcium +800%
Contains more Iron +523.1%
Contains more Phosphorus +1685.7%
Contains more Potassium +403.5%
Contains more Zinc +900%
Contains more Copper +148%
Contains more Manganese +394%
Contains more Selenium +∞%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin B2 +353.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +73.3%
Contains more Vitamin E +16600%
Contains more Vitamin C +2250%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +16900%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +1971.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +18500%
Contains more Folate +2900%
Contains more Vitamin K +11100%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 1% 0% 1% 1% 41% 98% 2% 1% 1% 0% 1%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 34% 0% 16% 43% 9% 57% 35% 86% 23% 0% 28%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +353.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +73.3%
Contains more Vitamin E +16600%
Contains more Vitamin C +2250%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +16900%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +1971.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +18500%
Contains more Folate +2900%
Contains more Vitamin K +11100%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Water +153.7%
Contains more Protein +2758.3%
Contains more Fats +8083.3%
Contains more Carbs +2381.4%
Contains more Other +704.3%
2% 98%
Protein: 0.12 g
Fats: 0.18 g
Carbs: 1.67 g
Water: 97.8 g
Other: 0.23 g
3% 15% 41% 39% 2%
Protein: 3.43 g
Fats: 14.73 g
Carbs: 41.44 g
Water: 38.55 g
Other: 1.85 g
Contains more Water +153.7%
Contains more Protein +2758.3%
Contains more Fats +8083.3%
Contains more Carbs +2381.4%
Contains more Other +704.3%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -96.1%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +∞%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +5767.4%
50% 50%
Saturated Fat: 0.092 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.092 g
17% 44% 39%
Saturated Fat: 2.336 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 5.398 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -96.1%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +∞%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +5767.4%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Espresso French fries
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Espresso French fries Opinion
Net carbs 1.67g 37.64g French fries
Protein 0.12g 3.43g French fries
Fats 0.18g 14.73g French fries
Carbs 1.67g 41.44g French fries
Calories 9kcal 312kcal French fries
Sugar 0g 0.3g Espresso
Fiber 0g 3.8g French fries
Calcium 2mg 18mg French fries
Iron 0.13mg 0.81mg French fries
Magnesium 80mg 35mg Espresso
Phosphorus 7mg 125mg French fries
Potassium 115mg 579mg French fries
Sodium 14mg 210mg Espresso
Zinc 0.05mg 0.5mg French fries
Copper 0.05mg 0.124mg French fries
Manganese 0.05mg 0.247mg French fries
Selenium 0µg 0.9µg French fries
Vitamin E 0.01mg 1.67mg French fries
Vitamin C 0.2mg 4.7mg French fries
Vitamin B1 0.001mg 0.17mg French fries
Vitamin B2 0.177mg 0.039mg Espresso
Vitamin B3 5.207mg 3.004mg Espresso
Vitamin B5 0.028mg 0.58mg French fries
Vitamin B6 0.002mg 0.372mg French fries
Folate 1µg 30µg French fries
Vitamin K 0.1µg 11.2µg French fries
Trans Fat 0g 0.06g Espresso
Saturated Fat 0.092g 2.336g Espresso
Monounsaturated Fat 0g 5.969g French fries
Polyunsaturated fat 0.092g 5.398g French fries
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0g 0.007g French fries
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.898g French fries
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0g 0.029g French fries
Omega-3 - ALA 0g 0.407g French fries
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g French fries

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Espresso French fries
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
12%
Espresso
27%
French fries
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
10%
Espresso
28%
French fries

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
French fries
French fries is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
French fries
French fries is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
French fries
French fries is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Espresso
Espresso is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Espresso
Espresso contains less Sodium (difference - 196mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Espresso
Espresso is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.244g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Espresso
Espresso is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Espresso - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171891/nutrients
  2. French fries - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170698/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.