Hummus vs. Potato bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are hummus and potato bread different?
- Hummus is higher in copper, manganese, and magnesium; however, potato bread is richer in phosphorus, calcium, potassium, vitamin B5, selenium, and folate.
- Daily need coverage for copper for hummus is 48% higher.
- Hummus has a lower glycemic index (6) than potato bread (61).
Hummus, commercial and Bread, potato 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +153.6% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +460.6% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +27.1% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +205.5% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +394.7% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +214.9% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +109.7% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +265.4% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +65.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +114.8% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +518.9% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +51.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.9 g
Fats:
9.6 g
Carbs:
14.29 g
Water:
66.59 g
Other:
1.62 g
Protein:
12.5 g
Fats:
3.13 g
Carbs:
47.07 g
Water:
33.55 g
Other:
3.75 g
Contains more FatsFats | +206.7% |
Contains more WaterWater | +98.5% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +58.2% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +229.4% |
Contains more OtherOther | +131.5% |
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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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in price |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Copper | 0.527mg | 0.094mg | 48% |
Phosphorus | 176mg | 369mg | 28% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 3.613g | 0g | 24% |
Manganese | 0.773mg | 0.253mg | 23% |
Calcium | 38mg | 188mg | 15% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg | 0.817mg | 14% |
Potassium | 228mg | 718mg | 14% |
Selenium | 2.6µg | 9.5µg | 13% |
Folate | 83µg | 126µg | 11% |
Carbs | 14.29g | 47.07g | 11% |
Fats | 9.6g | 3.13g | 10% |
Monounsaturated fat | 4.039g | 0g | 10% |
Magnesium | 71mg | 28mg | 10% |
Protein | 7.9g | 12.5g | 9% |
Saturated fat | 1.437g | 0g | 7% |
Vitamin K | 6.8µg | 6% | |
Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.15µg | 6% |
Calories | 166kcal | 266kcal | 5% |
Vitamin B3 | 0.582mg | 1.25mg | 4% |
Zinc | 1.83mg | 1.44mg | 4% |
Vitamin E | 0.47mg | 3% | |
Vitamin A | 24µg | 3% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.064mg | 0.106mg | 3% |
Choline | 18.4mg | 3% | |
Iron | 2.44mg | 2.25mg | 2% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.2mg | 0.232mg | 2% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.18mg | 0.188mg | 1% |
Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
Fiber | 6g | 6.3g | 1% |
Net carbs | 8.29g | 40.77g | N/A |
Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
Sugar | 9.38g | N/A | |
Sodium | 379mg | 375mg | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.081mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.224mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.44mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.311mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.112mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.285mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.305mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.143mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?


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Low Carbs 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%

27%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%

59%

Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?

Potato bread contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Potato bread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.437g)
Which food is cheaper?

Potato bread is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Potato bread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Hummus is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.38g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Hummus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.