Kielbasa vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between kielbasa and potato chips
- Kielbasa has less fiber, vitamin C, monounsaturated fat, and polyunsaturated fat.
- Kielbasa covers your daily sodium needs 52% more than potato chips.
- The glycemic index of potato chips is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Kielbasa, Polish, turkey and beef, smoked 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 | +31.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.3% |
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 | +110.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.1 g
Fats:
17.6 g
Carbs:
3.9 g
Water:
62 g
Other:
3.4 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +87.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3163.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +96.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1256.4% |
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Other
~3.6g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.23 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.33 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.17 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -43.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +19% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +422.3% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.33g | 12.17g | 66% |
| Vitamin E | 9.11mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 1200mg | 8mg | 52% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.66mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1275mg | 38% | |
| Copper | 0.306mg | 34% | |
| Fats | 17.6g | 34.6g | 26% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.827mg | 24% | |
| Phosphorus | 165mg | 24% | |
| Cholesterol | 70mg | 0mg | 23% |
| Histidine | 153mg | 22% | |
| Saturated fat | 6.23g | 10.96g | 22% |
| Manganese | 0.44mg | 19% | |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.8g | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 14.8mg | 31.1mg | 18% |
| Vitamin K | 22.1µg | 18% | |
| Calories | 226kcal | 536kcal | 16% |
| Carbs | 3.9g | 52.9g | 16% |
| Magnesium | 67mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.197mg | 15% | |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.167mg | 14% | |
| Protein | 13.1g | 7g | 12% |
| Folate | 45µg | 11% | |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.402mg | 8% | |
| Choline | 37.5mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.24mg | 1.63mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.27g | 9.84g | 4% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% | |
| Net carbs | 3.9g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 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
4%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 70mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 1192mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Kielbasa is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.22g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kielbasa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.73g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kielbasa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Kielbasa is cheaper (difference - $0.5)