French fries vs. Pasta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between french fries and pasta
- French fries have more vitamin B6, potassium, vitamin B3, phosphorus, and vitamin B5; however, pasta has more vitamin B2 and folate.
- French fries' daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 26% more.
- French fries have 35 times more sodium than pasta. French fries have 210mg of sodium, while pasta has 6mg.
- French fries have a higher glycemic index than pasta.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil and Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, cooked.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +2312.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +33.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +98.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +40.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +12% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.1% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +202.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +216.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +994.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +22.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +284.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +113.3% |
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:
5.15 g
Fats:
1.05 g
Carbs:
24.93 g
Water:
68.56 g
Other:
0.31 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +1302.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +66.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +496.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +50.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +77.8% |
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
0.15 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.429 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +4713.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1158.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.6% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.398g | 0.429g | 33% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.372mg | 0.034mg | 26% |
| Fats | 14.73g | 1.05g | 21% |
| Potassium | 579mg | 24mg | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.969g | 0.124g | 15% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 15% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.004mg | 0.992mg | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 33mg | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 11% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.336g | 0.15g | 10% |
| Calories | 312kcal | 131kcal | 9% |
| Sodium | 210mg | 6mg | 9% |
| Folate | 30µg | 64µg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.039mg | 0.15mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 125mg | 63mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.58mg | 0.183mg | 8% |
| Choline | 36.8mg | 7% | |
| Carbs | 41.44g | 24.93g | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.14µg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 4.7mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.81mg | 1.14mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 35mg | 18mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.17mg | 0.209mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.124mg | 0.093mg | 3% |
| Protein | 3.43g | 5.15g | 3% |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.247mg | 0.224mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 6mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.5mg | 0.56mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 37.64g | 24.93g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.3g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.06g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.065mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.197mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.348mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.097mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.079mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.247mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.217mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.103mg | 0% | |
| 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 |
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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%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
16%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pasta is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pasta contains less Sodium (difference - 204mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pasta is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.186g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pasta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 21)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
French fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is cheaper?
French fries is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
French fries is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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