Hash browns vs. Taro — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between hash browns and taro
- Hash browns are richer in vitamin B3 and vitamin K, yet taro is richer in manganese, copper, vitamin B6, potassium, and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for hash browns is 24% higher.
- Hash browns contain 62 times more saturated fat than taro. Hash browns contain 2.54g of saturated fat, while taro contains 0.041g.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, potatoes, hash browns, round pieces or patty and Taro, raw.
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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 ZincZinc | +56.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +16.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +57.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +126.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +66.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +72% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +142.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +75% |
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 | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +44.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +52% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +206.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +25.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +890% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +52.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +83.3% |
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:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
26.46 g
Water:
70.64 g
Other:
1.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +72% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +8420% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +85.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +43.4% |
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Carbs
~26.46g
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
0.041 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.016 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.083 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +48818.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +6725.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.4% |
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 price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.665g | 0.083g | 37% |
| Fats | 17.04g | 0.2g | 26% |
| Sodium | 566mg | 11mg | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.827g | 0.016g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 2.54g | 0.041g | 11% |
| Starch | 25.74g | 11% | |
| Manganese | 0.158mg | 0.383mg | 10% |
| Calories | 272kcal | 112kcal | 8% |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.172mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.838mg | 0.6mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 9.9µg | 1µg | 7% |
| Potassium | 355mg | 591mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.186mg | 0.283mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 4.1g | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.137mg | 0.095mg | 4% |
| Folate | 12µg | 22µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 33mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.303mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 98mg | 84mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 43mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 2.62mg | 2.38mg | 2% |
| Protein | 2.58g | 1.5g | 2% |
| Carbs | 28.88g | 26.46g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 5.4mg | 4.5mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 0.7µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.038mg | 0.025mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.36mg | 0.23mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 0.55mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 26.18g | 22.36g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.56g | 0.4g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 4µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.056g | 0g | N/A |
| Choline | 17.8mg | 17.3mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.023mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.069mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.111mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.034mg | 0% | |
| 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
20%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taro is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.16g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taro contains less Sodium (difference - 555mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taro is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.499g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taro is lower in glycemic index (difference - 2)
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 ($)
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.