French fries vs. Pecan pie — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between french fries and pecan pie
- French fries have more vitamin B6, vitamin B3, and potassium; however, pecan pie is higher in manganese, selenium, vitamin B2, copper, and iron.
- Pecan pie covers your daily need for cholesterol, 29% more than french fries.
- French fries have 6 times more vitamin B6 than pecan pie. While french fries have 0.372mg of vitamin B6, pecan pie has only 0.06mg.
- French fries have less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of french fries is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil and Pie, pecan, prepared from recipe.
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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 | +34.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +335.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +33% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -19.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +77.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +82.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +70.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +104% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +188.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1233.3% |
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 | +2250% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +254.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +21.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +520% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +15.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +10.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +361.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
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:
4.9 g
Fats:
22.2 g
Carbs:
52.2 g
Water:
19.5 g
Other:
1.2 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +97.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +54.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +42.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +50.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +26% |
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
3.989 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.181 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.71 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -41.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +87.3% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~5.71g
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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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 87mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.372mg | 0.06mg | 24% |
| Manganese | 0.247mg | 0.712mg | 20% |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 12µg | 20% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 15% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.004mg | 0.847mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 579mg | 133mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.969g | 11.181g | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.039mg | 0.18mg | 11% |
| Fats | 14.73g | 22.2g | 11% |
| Copper | 0.124mg | 0.211mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 9% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 82µg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.81mg | 1.48mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.336g | 3.989g | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.17µg | 7% |
| Choline | 36.8mg | 7% | |
| Calories | 312kcal | 412kcal | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.5mg | 1.02mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4.7mg | 0.2mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 125mg | 94mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 41.44g | 52.2g | 4% |
| Protein | 3.43g | 4.9g | 3% |
| Sodium | 210mg | 262mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.17mg | 0.188mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.58mg | 0.479mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 35mg | 26mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.398g | 5.71g | 2% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 32mg | 1% |
| Folate | 30µg | 26µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 37.64g | 52.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.3g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.06g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.069mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.189mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.223mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.372mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.248mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.125mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.25mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.255mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.008g | 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 |
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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%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pecan pie is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.3g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pecan pie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pecan pie is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
French fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 87mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 52mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
French fries is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.653g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
French fries is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)