Fettuccine vs. Mashed potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between fettuccine and mashed potato
- Fettuccine has more vitamin B1, while mashed potato has more vitamin B6 and polyunsaturated fat.
- Mashed potato contains 2 times less vitamin B3 than fettuccine. Fettuccine contains 1.8mg of vitamin B3, while mashed potato contains 1.08mg.
- The amount of sodium in fettuccine is lower.
- Fettuccine has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of fettuccine is 47, while the glycemic index of mashed potato is 87.
The food types used in this comparison are KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Fast foods, potato, mashed.
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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 | +55.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +93.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -45.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +150% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +70.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +120% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +136% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +366.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +140% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.2 g
Fats:
2.7 g
Carbs:
14 g
Water:
75.2 g
Other:
1.9 g
Protein:
1.65 g
Fats:
2.82 g
Carbs:
14.65 g
Water:
79.62 g
Other:
1.26 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +275.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50.8% |
~equal in
Fats
~2.82g
~equal in
Carbs
~14.65g
~equal in
Water
~79.62g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.9 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.577 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.72 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.342 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +25% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -35.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +235.5% |
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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| Protein | 6.2g | 1.65g | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.015mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 1.342g | 6% |
| Sodium | 166mg | 306mg | 6% |
| Starch | 12.1g | 5% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 1.08mg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.12mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 43µg | 5% | |
| Phosphorus | 25mg | 59mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 5% | |
| Manganese | 0.098mg | 4% | |
| Copper | 0.035mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.015mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 0.31mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.07µg | 3% |
| Potassium | 168mg | 286mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 1.3g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 15mg | 2% |
| Choline | 13.4mg | 2% | |
| Folate | 6µg | 9µg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.9g | 0.577g | 1% |
| Calories | 99kcal | 89kcal | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 1% | |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 0.22mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Fats | 2.7g | 2.82g | 0% |
| Carbs | 14g | 14.65g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 12g | 13.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.3g | 0.5g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 0.42mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.105g | N/A |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.9g | 0.72g | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.174g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.146g | 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
7%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
15%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mashed potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mashed potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.8g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mashed potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.323g)
Which food is cheaper?
Mashed potato is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mashed potato is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fettuccine contains less Sodium (difference - 140mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fettuccine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
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.