Gratin vs. Sweet potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between gratin and sweet potato
- Gratin has more phosphorus, calcium, and vitamin C; however, sweet potato is richer in vitamin A and vitamin B5.
- Sweet potato covers your daily vitamin A needs 72% more than gratin.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Potatoes, au gratin, home-prepared from recipe using butter and Sweet potato, raw, unprepared.
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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 | +296.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +17.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +130% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +140.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +350% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +25% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +60.2% |
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 | +312.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +90.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +78.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1007.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +21.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +106.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +20.1% |
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:
1.57 g
Fats:
0.05 g
Carbs:
20.12 g
Water:
77.28 g
Other:
0.98 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +222.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +15080% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +112.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +78.5% |
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Water
~77.28g
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
0.018 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.001 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.014 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +214800% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1871.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.6% |
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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| Vitamin A | 64µg | 709µg | 72% |
| Saturated fat | 4.733g | 0.018g | 21% |
| Sodium | 433mg | 55mg | 16% |
| Fats | 7.59g | 0.05g | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 113mg | 47mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 119mg | 30mg | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.387mg | 0.8mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 9.9mg | 2.4mg | 8% |
| Protein | 5.06g | 1.57g | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.149g | 0.001g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 3g | 5% |
| Starch | 12.65g | 5% | |
| Manganese | 0.161mg | 0.258mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.116mg | 0.061mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 0.3mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 2.7µg | 0.6µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.993mg | 0.557mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.174mg | 0.209mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 11.27g | 20.12g | 3% |
| Choline | 12.3mg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.276g | 0.014g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2% | |
| Calories | 132kcal | 86kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 396mg | 337mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.064mg | 0.078mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 25mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.7g | 1% | |
| Copper | 0.16mg | 0.151mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.47g | 17.12g | N/A |
| Iron | 0.64mg | 0.61mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.18g | N/A | |
| Folate | 11µg | 11µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.07mg | 0.031mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0.083mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.284mg | 0.055mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.443mg | 0.092mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.381mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0.029mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.254mg | 0.089mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.325mg | 0.086mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.151mg | 0.031mg | 0% |
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%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
20%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sweet potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sweet potato contains less Sodium (difference - 378mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sweet potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.715g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sweet potato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gratin is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.18g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Gratin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Gratin is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Gratin is relatively richer in minerals