Hash browns vs. Potato wedges — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Hash browns and Potato wedges?
- Hash browns are richer in Monounsaturated Fat, and Polyunsaturated fat, yet Potato wedges are richer in Vitamin B6, and Vitamin C.
- Hash browns' daily need coverage for Sodium is 22% higher.
- Hash browns have 56 times more Polyunsaturated fat than Potato wedges. Hash browns have 5.665g of Polyunsaturated fat, while Potato wedges have 0.102g.
- Potato wedges contain less Sodium.
We used Fast foods, potatoes, hash browns, round pieces or patty and USDA Commodity, Potato wedges, frozen 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 CalciumCalcium | +26.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +11% |
| Contains more IronIron | +16.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.3% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +37% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +19.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +107.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +88.2% |
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:
2.7 g
Fats:
2.2 g
Carbs:
25.5 g
Water:
68.3 g
Other:
1.3 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +674.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +13.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +71.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +38.6% |
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Protein
~2.7g
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
0.55 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.451 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.102 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +439.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5453.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -78.3% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 272kcal | 123kcal |
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| Protein | 2.58g | 2.7g |
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| Fats | 17.04g | 2.2g |
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| Vitamin C | 5.4mg | 11.2mg |
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| Net carbs | 26.18g | 23.5g |
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| Carbs | 28.88g | 25.5g |
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| Magnesium | 21mg | 19mg |
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| Calcium | 19mg | 15mg |
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| Potassium | 355mg | 394mg |
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| Iron | 0.6mg | 0.7mg |
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| Sugar | 0.56g | 0.3g |
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| Fiber | 2.7g | 2g |
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| Copper | 0.1mg |
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| Zinc | 0.36mg | 0.37mg |
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| Starch | 25.74g |
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| Phosphorus | 98mg | 87mg |
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| Sodium | 566mg | 49mg |
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| Vitamin A | 2IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin E | 2.62mg |
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| Manganese | 0.158mg |
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| Selenium | 0.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.137mg | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.038mg | 0.04mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.838mg | 1.54mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.186mg | 0.35mg |
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| Vitamin K | 9.9µg |
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| Folate | 12µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.056g | 0g |
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| Choline | 17.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.54g | 0.55g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.827g | 1.451g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.665g | 0.102g |
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| Fructose | 0.24g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.441g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.03g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.131g |
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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
20%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato wedges is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.26g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato wedges contains less Sodium (difference - 517mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Potato wedges is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.99g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato wedges is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hash browns is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Hash browns is relatively richer in vitamins
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 ($)