Hash browns vs. Focaccia — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are hash browns and focaccia different?
- Hash browns are higher in vitamin E; however, focaccia is richer in iron, folate, selenium, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, manganese, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for iron for focaccia is 32% higher.
- Hash browns contain 3 times more saturated fat than focaccia. While hash browns contain 2.54g of saturated fat, focaccia contains only 0.877g.
Fast foods, potatoes, hash browns, round pieces or patty and Focaccia, Italian flatbread, plain are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +211.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +84.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +426.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +269.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +130.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3875% |
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 EVitamin E | +84.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +64.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +73.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +513.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +243.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +692.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +99.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +69.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1050% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.58 g
Fats:
17.04 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
49.27 g
Other:
2.23 g
Protein:
8.77 g
Fats:
7.89 g
Carbs:
35.82 g
Water:
45.91 g
Other:
1.61 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +116% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +38.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +239.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +24% |
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Water
~45.91g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.54 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.827 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.665 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.877 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.67 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.994 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +38% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +469.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -65.5% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 12µg | 138µg | 32% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3.16mg | 32% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.665g | 0.994g | 31% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.137mg | 0.47mg | 28% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 15.9µg | 28% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.038mg | 0.301mg | 20% |
| Fats | 17.04g | 7.89g | 14% |
| Protein | 2.58g | 8.77g | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.838mg | 3.67mg | 11% |
| Starch | 25.74g | 11% | |
| Manganese | 0.158mg | 0.364mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.36mg | 1.33mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.54g | 0.877g | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 2.62mg | 1.42mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 355mg | 114mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.186mg | 0.113mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 5.4mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.827g | 5.67g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.645mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 98mg | 128mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 9.9µg | 5.7µg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 1.8g | 4% |
| Choline | 17.8mg | 2.9mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 35mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 28.88g | 35.82g | 2% |
| Calories | 272kcal | 249kcal | 1% |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.091mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 26.18g | 34.02g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 20mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.56g | 1.75g | N/A |
| Sodium | 566mg | 561mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.056g | 0g | 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?
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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
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36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hash browns is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.19g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hash browns is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Focaccia contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Focaccia is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.663g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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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