French fries vs. Chinese cuisine — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between French fries and Chinese cuisine
- French fries have more Vitamin B6, Vitamin B1, Potassium, Vitamin B3, and Fiber, while Chinese cuisine have more Vitamin K, Vitamin B12, Selenium, and Zinc.
- Chinese cuisine's daily need coverage for Vitamin K is 33% higher.
- Chinese cuisine contains 5 times less Vitamin B1 than French fries. French fries contain 0.17mg of Vitamin B1, while Chinese cuisine contains 0.033mg.
- The amount of Sodium in French fries are lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil and Restaurant, Chinese, beef and vegetables.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +133.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +183.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +153.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +64.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -48.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +68% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +22.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +37% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +200% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +644.4% |
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 E Vitamin E | +103.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +415.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +127.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +30.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +131.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +146.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +41% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +358% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.43 g
Fats:
14.73 g
Carbs:
41.44 g
Water:
38.55 g
Other:
1.85 g
Protein:
7.08 g
Fats:
5.3 g
Carbs:
7.29 g
Water:
78.82 g
Other:
1.51 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +177.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +468.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +22.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +106.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +104.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.336 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.398 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.978 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.217 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.13 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +390.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +153.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -58.1% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 312kcal | 105kcal |
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| Protein | 3.43g | 7.08g |
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| Fats | 14.73g | 5.3g |
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| Vitamin C | 4.7mg | 11.6mg |
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| Net carbs | 37.64g | 5.79g |
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| Carbs | 41.44g | 7.29g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 14mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 3IU |
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| Magnesium | 35mg | 15mg |
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| Calcium | 18mg | 22mg |
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| Potassium | 579mg | 204mg |
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| Iron | 0.81mg | 1.11mg |
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| Sugar | 0.3g | 2.41g |
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| Fiber | 3.8g | 1.5g |
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| Copper | 0.124mg | 0.049mg |
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| Zinc | 0.5mg | 1.5mg |
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| Starch | 1.82g |
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| Phosphorus | 125mg | 76mg |
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| Sodium | 210mg | 409mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 1262IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 0µg | 63µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 0.82mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.247mg | 0.147mg |
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| Selenium | 0.9µg | 6.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.17mg | 0.033mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.039mg | 0.055mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.004mg | 1.32mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.58mg | 0.443mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.372mg | 0.161mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.48µg |
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| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 51.3µg |
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| Folate | 30µg | 45µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.06g | 0.058g |
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| Choline | 36.8mg | 34.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.336g | 0.978g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.969g | 1.217g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.398g | 2.13g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.083mg |
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| Threonine | 0.313mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.314mg |
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| Leucine | 0.525mg |
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| Lysine | 0.552mg |
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| Methionine | 0.158mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.317mg |
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| Valine | 0.327mg |
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| Histidine | 0.207mg |
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| Fructose | 0.55g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.407g | 0.264g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.898g | 1.803g |
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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
27%
37%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
French fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.11g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 199mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chinese cuisine is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.358g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chinese cuisine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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