French fries vs. Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between french fries and cowpea (Black-eyed pea)
- French fries have more vitamin B6, vitamin B3, and vitamin E, while cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has more folate, iron, copper, fiber, and manganese.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea)'s daily need coverage for folate is 45% higher.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains 53 times less sodium than french fries. French fries contain 210mg of sodium, while cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains 4mg.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is 52, while the glycemic index of french fries is 70.
The food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil and Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +108.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +51.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +33.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +209.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +116.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +158% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +24.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +92.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +177.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +1075% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +496.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +506.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +41.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +272% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +558.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +14.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +18.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +41% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +593.3% |
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Vitamin D
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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:
7.73 g
Fats:
0.53 g
Carbs:
20.76 g
Water:
70.04 g
Other:
0.94 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +2679.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +99.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +96.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +125.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +81.7% |
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
0.138 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.044 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.225 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +13465.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2299.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -94.1% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 312kcal | 116kcal |
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| Protein | 3.43g | 7.73g |
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| Fats | 14.73g | 0.53g |
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| Vitamin C | 4.7mg | 0.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 37.64g | 14.26g |
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| Carbs | 41.44g | 20.76g |
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| Magnesium | 35mg | 53mg |
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| Calcium | 18mg | 24mg |
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| Potassium | 579mg | 278mg |
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| Iron | 0.81mg | 2.51mg |
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| Sugar | 0.3g | 3.3g |
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| Fiber | 3.8g | 6.5g |
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| Copper | 0.124mg | 0.268mg |
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| Zinc | 0.5mg | 1.29mg |
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| Phosphorus | 125mg | 156mg |
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| Sodium | 210mg | 4mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 15IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 0.28mg |
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| Manganese | 0.247mg | 0.475mg |
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| Selenium | 0.9µg | 2.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.17mg | 0.202mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.039mg | 0.055mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.004mg | 0.495mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.58mg | 0.411mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.372mg | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 1.7µg |
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| Folate | 30µg | 208µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.06g | 0g |
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| Choline | 36.8mg | 32.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.336g | 0.138g |
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| Monounsaturated fat | 5.969g | 0.044g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.398g | 0.225g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.095mg |
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| Threonine | 0.294mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.314mg |
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| Leucine | 0.592mg |
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| Lysine | 0.523mg |
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| Methionine | 0.11mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.451mg |
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| Valine | 0.368mg |
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| Histidine | 0.24mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.407g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.898g |
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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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 3g)
Which food is cheaper?
French fries is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains less Sodium (difference - 206mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.198g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.