Gingerbread vs. French fries — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between gingerbread and french fries
- Gingerbread is richer in selenium, iron, manganese, vitamin B2, and magnesium, yet french fries are richer in vitamin B6, phosphorus, and vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for gingerbread is 28% higher.
- French fries have a lower glycemic index than gingerbread.
Food types used in this article are Cake, gingerbread, prepared from recipe and Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil.
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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 | +100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +294.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +255.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +57.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +176.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1711.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +31.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +28.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +131.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -35.8% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +11.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +315.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +4600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +72.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +54.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +95.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.9 g
Fats:
16.4 g
Carbs:
49.2 g
Water:
28 g
Other:
2.5 g
Protein:
3.43 g
Fats:
14.73 g
Carbs:
41.44 g
Water:
38.55 g
Other:
1.85 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +13.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +11.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +35.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +37.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.122 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.216 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.336 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.398 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +19.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -43.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +28% |
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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| Selenium | 16.3µg | 0.9µg | 28% |
| Iron | 2.88mg | 0.81mg | 26% |
| Manganese | 0.683mg | 0.247mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 15% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.19mg | 0.372mg | 14% |
| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 11% | |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 54mg | 125mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.162mg | 0.039mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 9% | |
| Magnesium | 70mg | 35mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.216g | 5.398g | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.738mg | 3.004mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.195mg | 0.124mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 4.122g | 2.336g | 8% |
| Choline | 36.8mg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 71mg | 18mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 4.7mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 327mg | 210mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.375mg | 0.58mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 439mg | 579mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.124g | 5.969g | 3% |
| Carbs | 49.2g | 41.44g | 3% |
| Fats | 16.4g | 14.73g | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.06µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Calories | 356kcal | 312kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.19mg | 0.17mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 14µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Protein | 3.9g | 3.43g | 1% |
| Folate | 33µg | 30µg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.39mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 49.2g | 37.64g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.3g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.06g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.047mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.124mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.151mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.279mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.131mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.08mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.195mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.173mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g | 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
17%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Gingerbread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gingerbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.3g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
French fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 117mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
French fries is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.786g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
French fries is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
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.