Gratin vs. Avocado — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between gratin and avocadoes
- Gratin has more calcium and phosphorus; however, avocadoes are richer in vitamin B5, fiber, folate, and vitamin B6.
- Avocadoes cover your daily vitamin B5 needs 20% more than gratin.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Potatoes, au gratin, home-prepared from recipe using butter and Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +891.7% |
Contains more IronIron | +16.4% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +117.3% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +13.4% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +575% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +45% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +22.5% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +18.8% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
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 AVitamin A | +814.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +12.1% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +75% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +258.9% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +47.7% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +636.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more ProteinProtein | +153% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +32.1% |
Contains more OtherOther | +31.6% |
Contains more FatsFats | +93.1% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -55.1% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +356% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +558% |
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 Sugar |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in minerals |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin B5 | 0.387mg | 1.389mg | 20% |
Fiber | 1.8g | 6.7g | 20% |
Monounsaturated fat | 2.149g | 9.799g | 19% |
Sodium | 433mg | 7mg | 19% |
Folate | 11µg | 81µg | 18% |
Vitamin K | 21µg | 18% | |
Vitamin E | 2.07mg | 14% | |
Saturated fat | 4.733g | 2.126g | 12% |
Fats | 7.59g | 14.66g | 11% |
Calcium | 119mg | 12mg | 11% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.276g | 1.816g | 10% |
Phosphorus | 113mg | 52mg | 9% |
Cholesterol | 23mg | 0mg | 8% |
Protein | 5.06g | 2g | 6% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.174mg | 0.257mg | 6% |
Vitamin A | 64µg | 7µg | 6% |
Vitamin B3 | 0.993mg | 1.738mg | 5% |
Selenium | 2.7µg | 0.4µg | 4% |
Choline | 14.2mg | 3% | |
Potassium | 396mg | 485mg | 3% |
Copper | 0.16mg | 0.19mg | 3% |
Magnesium | 20mg | 29mg | 2% |
Carbs | 11.27g | 8.53g | 1% |
Calories | 132kcal | 160kcal | 1% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.116mg | 0.13mg | 1% |
Manganese | 0.161mg | 0.142mg | 1% |
Iron | 0.64mg | 0.55mg | 1% |
Vitamin C | 9.9mg | 10mg | 0% |
Net carbs | 9.47g | 1.83g | N/A |
Sugar | 0.66g | N/A | |
Zinc | 0.69mg | 0.64mg | 0% |
Starch | 0.11g | 0% | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.064mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.07mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
Threonine | 0.192mg | 0.073mg | 0% |
Isoleucine | 0.284mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
Leucine | 0.443mg | 0.143mg | 0% |
Lysine | 0.381mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
Methionine | 0.117mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
Phenylalanine | 0.254mg | 0.097mg | 0% |
Valine | 0.325mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
Histidine | 0.151mg | 0.049mg | 0% |
Fructose | 0.12g | 0% | |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.111g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | 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
14%

32%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%

21%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Gratin is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.66g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Gratin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is cheaper?

Gratin is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Gratin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Avocado is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Avocado contains less Sodium (difference - 426mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Avocado is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.607g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Avocado is relatively richer in vitamins