Jerky vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between jerky and potato chips
- Jerky has more zinc, iron, vitamin B12, phosphorus, and folate, while potato chips have more vitamin E, vitamin B6, vitamin C, and potassium.
- Jerky covers your daily need for sodium, 90% more than potato chips.
- The amount of sodium in potato chips is lower.
- Jerky has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of jerky is 0, while the glycemic index of potato chips is 56.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted.
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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 IronIron | +232.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +644% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +146.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +32.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +31.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +20% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +113.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +34.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +296.4% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +197.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +190.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1759.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +38.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +121% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +146.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +268.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +860.9% |
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:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +374.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1129.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +90% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +35.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +380.9% |
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
10.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.17 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +14.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1103.8% |
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Saturated fat
~10.96g
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 | 8mg | 90% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.011g | 12.17g | 74% |
| Zinc | 8.11mg | 1.09mg | 64% |
| Vitamin E | 0.49mg | 9.11mg | 57% |
| Protein | 33.2g | 7g | 52% |
| Iron | 5.42mg | 1.63mg | 47% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.99µg | 0µg | 41% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.179mg | 0.66mg | 37% |
| Phosphorus | 407mg | 165mg | 35% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 31.1mg | 35% |
| Folate | 134µg | 45µg | 22% |
| Histidine | 153mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 597mg | 1275mg | 20% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 22.1µg | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Carbs | 11g | 52.9g | 14% |
| Fats | 25.6g | 34.6g | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.111mg | 0.44mg | 14% |
| Choline | 109.1mg | 37.5mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.732mg | 3.827mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 4.8g | 12% |
| Copper | 0.227mg | 0.306mg | 9% |
| Calories | 410kcal | 536kcal | 6% |
| Selenium | 10.7µg | 8.1µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.163mg | 0.402mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 51mg | 67mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.305g | 9.84g | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.142mg | 0.197mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 11IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 10.85g | 10.96g | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.154mg | 0.167mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.2g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Calcium | 20mg | 24mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 9g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.108mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.253mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.283mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.419mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.424mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.31mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.392mg | 0% |
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%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
111%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.78g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 2073mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato chips is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jerky is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.11g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
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.