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Hash browns vs. Broth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between hash browns and broth?

  • Hash browns are richer in vitamin E, copper, and fiber, yet broth is richer in selenium, vitamin B2, choline, calcium, vitamin B12, and phosphorus.
  • Broth's daily need coverage for sodium is 1013% higher.
  • Hash browns contain less sodium.
  • Broth has a lower glycemic index than hash browns.

We used Fast foods, potatoes, hash browns, round pieces or patty and Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 15% 5.7% 31% 23% 33% 9.8% 42% 74% 21% 2.2%
Broth
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 40% 56% 27% 39% 0% 2.5% 71% 3114% 20% 153%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +14.9%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +300%
Contains less SodiumSodium -97.6%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +166.7%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +884.2%
Contains more IronIron +71.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +69.4%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +6900%
~equal in Manganese ~0.15mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 18% 0% 52% 0% 34% 8.8% 34% 23% 43% 0% 25% 9% 9.7%
Broth
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 3.7% 0% 9.2% 0% 25% 99% 46% 36% 23% 38% 0% 24% 63%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +390.9%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +469.6%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +37%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +86%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +1031.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +33.8%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +57.9%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +166.7%
Contains more CholineCholine +543.8%
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
3% 17% 29% 49% 2%
Protein: 2.58 g
Fats: 17.04 g
Carbs: 28.88 g
Water: 49.27 g
Other: 2.23 g
Broth
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17% 14% 18% 2% 49%
Protein: 16.66 g
Fats: 13.88 g
Carbs: 18.01 g
Water: 2.27 g
Other: 49.18 g
Contains more FatsFats +22.8%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +60.4%
Contains more WaterWater +2070.5%
Contains more ProteinProtein +545.7%
Contains more OtherOther +2105.4%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
16% 49% 35%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.54 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 7.827 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 5.665 g
Broth
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26% 40% 34%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.43 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.48 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -25.9%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +46%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +26.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Hash browns Broth
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Hash browns Broth DV% diff.
Sodium 566mg 23875mg 1013%
Selenium 0.4µg 28µg 50%
Vitamin B2 0.038mg 0.43mg 30%
Protein 2.58g 16.66g 28%
Choline 17.8mg 114.6mg 18%
Calcium 19mg 187mg 17%
Vitamin E 2.62mg 0.46mg 14%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.3µg 13%
Starch 25.74g 11%
Copper 0.1mg 0mg 11%
Fiber 2.7g 0g 11%
Phosphorus 98mg 166mg 10%
Vitamin K 9.9µg 0µg 8%
Magnesium 21mg 56mg 8%
Polyunsaturated fat 5.665g 4.48g 8%
Vitamin B6 0.186mg 0.1mg 7%
Monounsaturated fat 7.827g 5.36g 6%
Iron 0.6mg 1.03mg 5%
Folate 12µg 32µg 5%
Vitamin C 5.4mg 1.1mg 5%
Fats 17.04g 13.88g 5%
Vitamin B5 0.38mg 0.6mg 4%
Saturated fat 2.54g 3.43g 4%
Vitamin B3 1.838mg 2.46mg 4%
Cholesterol 0mg 13mg 4%
Carbs 28.88g 18.01g 4%
Vitamin B1 0.137mg 0.1mg 3%
Zinc 0.36mg 0.09mg 2%
Potassium 355mg 309mg 1%
Calories 272kcal 267kcal 0%
Net carbs 26.18g 18.01g N/A
Sugar 0.56g 17.36g N/A
Manganese 0.158mg 0.15mg 0%
Trans fat 0.056g N/A
Fructose 0.24g 0%
Omega-3 - ALA 0.441g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.03g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.008g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 5.131g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
Hash browns Broth
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
20%
Hash browns
28%
Broth
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
Hash browns
352%
Broth

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hash browns
Hash browns is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hash browns
Hash browns is lower in Sugar (difference - 16.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hash browns
Hash browns contains less Sodium (difference - 23309mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Hash browns
Hash browns is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.89g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Broth
Broth is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Hash browns - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173273/nutrients
  2. Broth - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171562/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.