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French fries vs. Praline — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between French fries and Praline

  • French fries are richer in Vitamin B6, Vitamin B3, Potassium, Vitamin K, Vitamin E , and Folate, yet Praline is richer in Manganese, Copper, and Zinc.
  • Daily need coverage for Manganese from Praline is 62% higher.
  • French fries contain 9 times more Vitamin K than Praline. French fries contain 11.2µg of Vitamin K, while Praline contains 1.3µg.
  • Praline contains less Sodium.

Food types used in this article are Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil and Candies, praline, 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 Phosphorus +20.2%
Contains more Potassium +166.8%
Contains more Calcium +138.9%
Contains more Iron +59.3%
Contains more Magnesium +40%
Contains less Sodium -77.1%
Contains more Zinc +234%
Contains more Copper +298.4%
Contains more Manganese +581%
Contains more Selenium +100%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 6% 31% 25% 54% 52% 28% 14% 42% 33% 5%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 13% 49% 35% 45% 20% 7% 46% 165% 220% 10%
Contains more Phosphorus +20.2%
Contains more Potassium +166.8%
Contains more Calcium +138.9%
Contains more Iron +59.3%
Contains more Magnesium +40%
Contains less Sodium -77.1%
Contains more Zinc +234%
Contains more Copper +298.4%
Contains more Manganese +581%
Contains more Selenium +100%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin E +234%
Contains more Vitamin C +1466.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +623.9%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +74.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +383.1%
Contains more Folate +400%
Contains more Vitamin K +761.5%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +19.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +35.9%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 34% 0% 16% 43% 9% 57% 35% 86% 23% 0% 28%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 2% 10% 0% 1% 51% 13% 8% 20% 18% 5% 0% 4%
Contains more Vitamin E +234%
Contains more Vitamin C +1466.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +623.9%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +74.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +383.1%
Contains more Folate +400%
Contains more Vitamin K +761.5%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +19.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +35.9%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Water +272.1%
Contains more Other +117.6%
Contains more Fats +75.8%
Contains more Carbs +43.8%
Equal in Protein - 3.3
3% 15% 41% 39% 2%
Protein: 3.43 g
Fats: 14.73 g
Carbs: 41.44 g
Water: 38.55 g
Other: 1.85 g
3% 26% 60% 10%
Protein: 3.3 g
Fats: 25.9 g
Carbs: 59.59 g
Water: 10.36 g
Other: 0.85 g
Contains more Water +272.1%
Contains more Other +117.6%
Contains more Fats +75.8%
Contains more Carbs +43.8%
Equal in Protein - 3.3

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +146%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +44.1%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 2.224
17% 44% 39%
Saturated Fat: 2.336 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 5.398 g
9% 59% 32%
Saturated Fat: 2.224 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 14.683 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 7.778 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +146%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +44.1%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 2.224

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
French fries Praline
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient French fries Praline Opinion
Net carbs 37.64g 56.09g Praline
Protein 3.43g 3.3g French fries
Fats 14.73g 25.9g Praline
Carbs 41.44g 59.59g Praline
Calories 312kcal 485kcal Praline
Sugar 0.3g 55.79g French fries
Fiber 3.8g 3.5g French fries
Calcium 18mg 43mg Praline
Iron 0.81mg 1.29mg Praline
Magnesium 35mg 49mg Praline
Phosphorus 125mg 104mg French fries
Potassium 579mg 217mg French fries
Sodium 210mg 48mg Praline
Zinc 0.5mg 1.67mg Praline
Copper 0.124mg 0.494mg Praline
Manganese 0.247mg 1.682mg Praline
Selenium 0.9µg 1.8µg Praline
Vitamin A 0IU 19IU Praline
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 1µg Praline
Vitamin E 1.67mg 0.5mg French fries
Vitamin C 4.7mg 0.3mg French fries
Vitamin B1 0.17mg 0.203mg Praline
Vitamin B2 0.039mg 0.053mg Praline
Vitamin B3 3.004mg 0.415mg French fries
Vitamin B5 0.58mg 0.332mg French fries
Vitamin B6 0.372mg 0.077mg French fries
Folate 30µg 6µg French fries
Vitamin K 11.2µg 1.3µg French fries
Trans Fat 0.06g Praline
Saturated Fat 2.336g 2.224g Praline
Monounsaturated Fat 5.969g 14.683g Praline
Polyunsaturated fat 5.398g 7.778g Praline
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.007g 0g French fries
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.898g French fries
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.029g French fries
Omega-3 - ALA 0.407g French fries
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g French fries

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
French fries Praline
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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%
French fries
11%
Praline
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
French fries
61%
Praline

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Praline
Praline contains less Sodium (difference - 162mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Praline
Praline is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.112g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Praline
Praline is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Praline
Praline is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 55.49g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
French fries
French fries is relatively richer in vitamins
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 ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. French fries - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170698/nutrients
  2. Praline - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168791/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.