French fries vs. Sweet potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between French fries and Sweet potato chips
- The amount of Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Manganese, Copper, Fiber, Vitamin B5, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin K, and Potassium in Sweet potato chips are higher than in French fries.
- Sweet potato chips covers your daily Vitamin A needs 132% more than French fries.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil and Snacks, sweet potato chips, unsalted.
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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 | +85.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +227.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +59.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +161.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +232.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +16% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +446.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +133.3% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +93.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +43.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +488% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +312.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +167.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +43.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +118.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +23.3% |
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:
2.94 g
Fats:
32.35 g
Carbs:
56.82 g
Water:
4.51 g
Other:
3.38 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +16.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +754.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +119.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +37.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +82.7% |
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
2.941 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
9.155 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.224 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -20.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +53.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +126.5% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 312kcal | 532kcal |
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| Protein | 3.43g | 2.94g |
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| Fats | 14.73g | 32.35g |
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| Vitamin C | 4.7mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 37.64g | 48.02g |
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| Carbs | 41.44g | 56.82g |
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| Magnesium | 35mg | 65mg |
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| Calcium | 18mg | 59mg |
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| Potassium | 579mg | 925mg |
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| Iron | 0.81mg | 2.12mg |
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| Sugar | 0.3g | 8.82g |
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| Fiber | 3.8g | 8.8g |
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| Copper | 0.124mg | 0.412mg |
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| Zinc | 0.5mg | 0.53mg |
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| Phosphorus | 125mg | 145mg |
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| Sodium | 210mg | 35mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 23675IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1184µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 9.82mg |
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| Manganese | 0.247mg | 1.349mg |
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| Selenium | 0.9µg | 2.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.17mg | 0.088mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.039mg | 0.161mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.004mg | 2.088mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.58mg | 1.551mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.372mg | 0.535mg |
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| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 24.5µg |
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| Folate | 30µg | 37µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.06g | 0g |
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| Choline | 36.8mg | 36.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.336g | 2.941g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.969g | 9.155g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.398g | 12.224g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.098mg |
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| Threonine | 0.26mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.17mg |
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| Leucine | 0.287mg |
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| Lysine | 0.205mg |
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| Methionine | 0.09mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.278mg |
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| Valine | 0.267mg |
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| Histidine | 0.096mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.407g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.898g |
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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%
157%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sweet potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 175mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sweet potato chips is lower in glycemic index (difference - 29)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sweet potato chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.52g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
French fries is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.605g)
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 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.