Jerky vs. Plantain chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are jerky and plantain chips different?
- Jerky is higher in zinc, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B12, and folate; however, plantain chips are richer in vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin K, and vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for jerky is 82% higher.
- Plantain chips have less sodium.
- Jerky has a lower glycemic index (0) than plantain chips (45).
Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed and Snacks, plantain chips, salted 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 CalciumCalcium | +122.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +458.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2091.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +421.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2575% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +39.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +31.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +148.6% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +136.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +255% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +116% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +282.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +928.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +574.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +157% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1143.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
33.2 g
Fats:
25.6 g
Carbs:
11 g
Water:
23.36 g
Other:
6.84 g
Protein:
2.28 g
Fats:
29.59 g
Carbs:
63.84 g
Water:
2.09 g
Other:
2.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1356.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1017.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +210.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +15.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +480.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.85 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.305 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.011 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.337 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.632 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
11.739 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +100.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -23.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1061.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 2081mg | 202mg | 82% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.011g | 11.739g | 72% |
| Zinc | 8.11mg | 0.37mg | 70% |
| Protein | 33.2g | 2.28g | 62% |
| Iron | 5.42mg | 0.97mg | 56% |
| Phosphorus | 407mg | 78mg | 47% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.99µg | 0µg | 41% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 32.1mg | 36% |
| Vitamin E | 0.49mg | 5.04mg | 30% |
| Folate | 134µg | 35µg | 25% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 28.6µg | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.179mg | 0.46mg | 22% |
| Starch | 50.8g | 21% | |
| Choline | 109.1mg | 0mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.163mg | 1.1mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 10.7µg | 0.4µg | 19% |
| Carbs | 11g | 63.84g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.305g | 5.632g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 10.85g | 8.337g | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.142mg | 0.04mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 69µg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 3.5g | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.111mg | 0.276mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.154mg | 0.065mg | 7% |
| Calories | 410kcal | 531kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.732mg | 0.802mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 597mg | 786mg | 6% |
| Fats | 25.6g | 29.59g | 6% |
| Magnesium | 51mg | 71mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.227mg | 0.198mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 9mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 11IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.2g | 60.34g | N/A |
| Sugar | 9g | 0.92g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.185g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.028g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.078g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 11.48g | 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
35%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
111%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Plantain chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Plantain chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.08g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Plantain chips contains less Sodium (difference - 1879mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Plantain chips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.513g)
Which food is cheaper?
Plantain chips is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jerky is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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