Fast food vs. Potato pancake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are fast food and potato pancake different?
- Fast food is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B3, selenium, iron, zinc, and vitamin B2; however, potato pancake is richer in vitamin C and vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for potato pancake is 31% higher.
- Fast food contains 4 times more zinc than potato pancake. While fast food contains 2.52mg of zinc, potato pancake contains only 0.7mg.
- Fast food has less sodium.
Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain and Potato pancakes 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 | +93.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +83.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +260% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -56.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +37.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +128.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +215.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +48.8% |
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 | +65.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +100.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +109.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +235.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +206.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +81.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +95.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +255.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +42.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +111.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +115.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.52 g
Fats:
12.01 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
38.45 g
Other:
1.52 g
Protein:
6.08 g
Fats:
14.76 g
Carbs:
27.81 g
Water:
47.77 g
Other:
3.58 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +171.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +13.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +22.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +24.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +135.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.835 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.68 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.496 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.516 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +29.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -44.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +347.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
22.87 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
2.05 g
Fructose:
2.27 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.57 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
20.88 g
Sucrose:
0.39 g
Glucose:
0.76 g
Fructose:
0.56 g
Lactose:
0.03 g
Maltose:
0.03 g
Galactose:
0.03 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +169.7% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +305.4% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +1800% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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Starch
~20.88g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.68g | 7.516g | 39% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 27.6mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.617mg | 1.672mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.89µg | 0.29µg | 25% |
| Protein | 16.52g | 6.08g | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 95mg | 21% |
| Selenium | 20.3µg | 8.9µg | 21% |
| Sodium | 331mg | 764mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 0.448mg | 18% |
| Iron | 3.06mg | 1.67mg | 17% |
| Zinc | 2.52mg | 0.7mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.173mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.317mg | 0.158mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 197mg | 622mg | 13% |
| Folate | 80µg | 41µg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 4.493g | 2.496g | 9% |
| Copper | 0.121mg | 0.18mg | 7% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 74.2mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 3.3g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.53mg | 0.757mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.26mg | 4% |
| Fats | 12.01g | 14.76g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 32µg | 3% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 32mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.835g | 3.73g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 2.7µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 36mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 2.27g | 0.56g | 2% |
| Calories | 297kcal | 268kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0.3µg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 134mg | 128mg | 1% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 20.88g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 11IU | 1% |
| Carbs | 31.5g | 27.81g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 0.23mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 29.8g | 24.51g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.88g | 1.79g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.144mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.46mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.642mg | 0.28mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.13mg | 0.442mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.785mg | 0.389mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.306mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.67mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.728mg | 0.369mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.402mg | 0.141mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.121g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.391g | 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
43%
37%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato pancake is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.09g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato pancake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.997g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato pancake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fast food is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 62mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fast food contains less Sodium (difference - 433mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.