French fries vs. Meatball — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between french fries and meatball
- French fries have more vitamin B6; however, meatball is richer in copper, vitamin B1, vitamin B12, phosphorus, iron, vitamin B2, folate, and zinc.
- Meatball covers your daily copper needs 65% more than french fries.
- Meatball has 2 times less vitamin B6 than french fries. French fries have 0.372mg of vitamin B6, while meatball has 0.2mg.
- French fries contain less sodium.
- French fries have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of french fries is 70, while the glycemic index of meatball is 0.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil and Meatballs, meatless.
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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 | +94.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +221.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -61.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +12.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +38.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +166.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +469.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +260% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +175.2% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +20.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +16% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +86% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +451.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +446.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +160% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +140.2% |
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:
21 g
Fats:
9 g
Carbs:
8 g
Water:
58 g
Other:
4 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +63.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +418% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +512.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +50.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +116.2% |
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
1.425 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.188 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.666 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +172.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +15.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -39% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.124mg | 0.706mg | 65% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.17mg | 0.938mg | 64% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1.5µg | 63% |
| Protein | 3.43g | 21g | 35% |
| Phosphorus | 125mg | 344mg | 31% |
| Iron | 0.81mg | 2.16mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 210mg | 550mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.372mg | 0.2mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.039mg | 0.213mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 579mg | 180mg | 12% |
| Folate | 30µg | 78µg | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.5mg | 1.8mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 41.44g | 8g | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.247mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 0µg | 9% |
| Choline | 36.8mg | 88.4mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.969g | 2.188g | 9% |
| Fats | 14.73g | 9g | 9% |
| Calories | 312kcal | 197kcal | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.398g | 4.666g | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4.7mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 35mg | 18mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 2.336g | 1.425g | 4% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 4.6g | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.004mg | 2.5mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.58mg | 0.5mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 25mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 37.64g | 3.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 1.25g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 1.73mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 0.8µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.06g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.407g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.898g | 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
27%
57%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Meatball is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.911g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Meatball is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.95g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 340mg)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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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