French fries vs. Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between french fries and saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup)?
- French fries are richer in vitamin B6 and potassium, while saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is higher in iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, folate, vitamin B3, manganese, and selenium.
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup)'s daily need coverage for iron is 60% higher.
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) has 4 times less vitamin B6 than french fries. French fries have 0.372mg of vitamin B6, while saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) has 0.086mg.
- French fries are lower in sodium.
We used Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil and Crackers, saltines (includes oyster, soda, soup) types in this comparison.
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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 | +52.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +280.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +22.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -77.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +587.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +12.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +38% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +177.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1044.4% |
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 | +45.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +332.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +120.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +312.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1148.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +114.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +126.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +346.7% |
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:
9.46 g
Fats:
8.64 g
Carbs:
74.05 g
Water:
5.05 g
Other:
2.8 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +70.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +663.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +175.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +78.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +51.4% |
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
1.653 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.986 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.835 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +200.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +11.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -29.2% |
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 | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.81mg | 5.57mg | 60% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.17mg | 0.702mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.039mg | 0.487mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 210mg | 941mg | 32% |
| Starch | 67.83g | 28% | |
| Folate | 30µg | 134µg | 26% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.372mg | 0.086mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.004mg | 6.442mg | 21% |
| Manganese | 0.247mg | 0.686mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 10.3µg | 17% |
| Potassium | 579mg | 152mg | 13% |
| Protein | 3.43g | 9.46g | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 25.4µg | 12% |
| Carbs | 41.44g | 74.05g | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.969g | 1.986g | 10% |
| Fats | 14.73g | 8.64g | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 4.7mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Calories | 312kcal | 418kcal | 5% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 2.8g | 4% |
| Choline | 36.8mg | 16.7mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.398g | 4.835g | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.09µg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 125mg | 102mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 1.15mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 2.336g | 1.653g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 35mg | 23mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.5mg | 0.69mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.124mg | 0.139mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.58mg | 0.536mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 37.64g | 71.25g | N/A |
| Calcium | 18mg | 19mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 1.29g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.06g | 0.167g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.333mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.652mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.172mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.147mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.45mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.399mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.197mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.19g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.407g | 0.535g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | 0.018g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.898g | 4.25g | 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%
51%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
62%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.683g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 731mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
French fries is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is cheaper?
French fries is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
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.