Gratin vs. Corn chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between gratin and corn chips?
- Gratin is richer in vitamin C, potassium, and vitamin A, yet corn chips are richer in magnesium, phosphorus, selenium, fiber, manganese, and iron.
- Corn chips' daily need coverage for magnesium is 12% higher.
- Corn chips contain less cholesterol.
We used Potatoes, au gratin, home-prepared from recipe using butter and Snacks, corn-based, extruded, chips, plain 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 PotassiumPotassium | +175% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +58.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -15.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +260% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +16% |
| Contains more IronIron | +87.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +87% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +71.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +106.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +181.5% |
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 AVitamin A | +2033.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +36.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +48.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +17.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +103.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +37.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.06 g
Fats:
7.59 g
Carbs:
11.27 g
Water:
74 g
Other:
2.08 g
Protein:
6.17 g
Fats:
33.36 g
Carbs:
56.9 g
Water:
1.07 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +6815.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +21.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +339.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +404.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +20.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.733 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.149 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.276 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.331 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.134 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
16.438 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +325% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5855.8% |
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Saturated fat
~4.331g
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.276g | 16.438g | 108% |
| Vitamin E | 7.23mg | 48% | |
| Fats | 7.59g | 33.36g | 40% |
| Starch | 51.36g | 21% | |
| Calories | 132kcal | 538kcal | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.149g | 9.134g | 17% |
| Carbs | 11.27g | 56.9g | 15% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 72mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 113mg | 194mg | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 9.9mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 2.7µg | 7.6µg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 4g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.161mg | 0.333mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 64µg | 3µg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.16mg | 0.101mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.64mg | 1.2mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 396mg | 144mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 1.29mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 6.3µg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 433mg | 514mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.387mg | 0.19mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.116mg | 0.078mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 119mg | 138mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 4.733g | 4.331g | 2% |
| Protein | 5.06g | 6.17g | 2% |
| Choline | 12.1mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.993mg | 0.842mg | 1% |
| Folate | 11µg | 8µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.174mg | 0.167mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.064mg | 0.047mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.47g | 52.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.27g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.088g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.07mg | 0.046mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0.246mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.284mg | 0.235mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.443mg | 0.803mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.381mg | 0.185mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.254mg | 0.322mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.325mg | 0.331mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.151mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.264g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 16.036g | 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
14%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gratin is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.27g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Gratin contains less Sodium (difference - 81mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Gratin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Gratin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn chips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.402g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Corn chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)