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Jerky vs. Potato sticks — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between jerky and potato sticks?

  • Jerky is higher in zinc, vitamin B12, iron, phosphorus, and folate, yet potato sticks are higher in vitamin E, vitamin C, vitamin B3, and potassium.
  • Jerky's daily need coverage for zinc is 65% more.
  • The amount of sodium in potato sticks is lower.

We used Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed and Snacks, potato sticks types 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.
Jerky
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 36% 6% 53% 203% 76% 221% 174% 271% 14% 58%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 46% 5.4% 109% 85% 105% 27% 74% 83% 55% 44%
Contains more IronIron +138.8%
Contains more ZincZinc +719.2%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +136.6%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +32.1%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +25.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +107.2%
Contains more CopperCopper +38.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -69.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +281.1%
~equal in Calcium ~18mg

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.
Jerky
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 9.8% 4.5% 39% 33% 32% 9.8% 41% 124% 5.8% 101% 60%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 158% 0% 182% 0% 24% 27% 90% 24% 74% 0% 55% 30% 19%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +60.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +22.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +235%
Contains more CholineCholine +212.6%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +1759.2%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +176.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +147.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +78.8%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +860.9%
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Jerky
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33% 26% 11% 23% 7%
Protein: 33.2 g
Fats: 25.6 g
Carbs: 11 g
Water: 23.36 g
Other: 6.84 g
7% 34% 53% 2% 3%
Protein: 6.7 g
Fats: 34.4 g
Carbs: 53.3 g
Water: 2.2 g
Other: 3.4 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +395.5%
Contains more WaterWater +961.8%
Contains more OtherOther +101.2%
Contains more FatsFats +34.4%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +384.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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47% 49% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 10.85 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 11.305 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.011 g
27% 19% 54%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 8.88 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 6.16 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 17.9 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +83.5%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -18.2%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1670.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Jerky Potato sticks
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Jerky Potato sticks DV% diff.
Polyunsaturated fat 1.011g 17.9g 113%
Zinc 8.11mg 0.99mg 65%
Sodium 2081mg 633mg 63%
Vitamin E 0.49mg 9.11mg 57%
Protein 33.2g 6.7g 53%
Vitamin C 0mg 47.3mg 53%
Vitamin B12 0.99µg 0µg 41%
Iron 5.42mg 2.27mg 39%
Phosphorus 407mg 172mg 34%
Folate 134µg 40µg 24%
Potassium 597mg 1237mg 19%
Vitamin B3 1.732mg 4.785mg 19%
Vitamin K 2.3µg 22.1µg 17%
Cholesterol 48mg 0mg 16%
Carbs 11g 53.3g 14%
Manganese 0.111mg 0.423mg 14%
Fats 25.6g 34.4g 14%
Monounsaturated fat 11.305g 6.16g 13%
Choline 109.1mg 34.9mg 13%
Vitamin B6 0.179mg 0.32mg 11%
Copper 0.227mg 0.315mg 10%
Saturated fat 10.85g 8.88g 9%
Fiber 1.8g 3.4g 6%
Calories 410kcal 522kcal 6%
Vitamin B1 0.154mg 0.096mg 5%
Selenium 10.7µg 8.1µg 5%
Vitamin B5 0.163mg 0.403mg 5%
Magnesium 51mg 64mg 3%
Vitamin B2 0.142mg 0.116mg 2%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0µg 2%
Vitamin D 11IU 0IU 1%
Net carbs 9.2g 49.9g N/A
Calcium 20mg 18mg 0%
Sugar 9g 0.22g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Jerky Potato sticks
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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%
Jerky
53%
Potato sticks
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
111%
Jerky
63%
Potato sticks

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato sticks
Potato sticks is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato sticks
Potato sticks is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.78g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato sticks
Potato sticks contains less Sodium (difference - 1448mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato sticks
Potato sticks is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.97g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato sticks
Potato sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato sticks
Potato sticks is cheaper (difference - $4)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Jerky - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167536/nutrients
  2. Potato sticks - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168854/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.