Kit Kat vs. Potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between kit Kat and potatoes
- Kit Kat has more vitamin B12, vitamin B2, copper, calcium, phosphorus, selenium, and vitamin B5, while potatoes have more vitamin C and vitamin B6.
- Kit Kat's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 90% higher.
- The amount of saturated fat in potatoes is lower.
- Kit Kat has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of kit Kat is 50, while the glycemic index of potatoes is 86.
The food types used in this comparison are Candies, KIT KAT Wafer Bar and Potatoes, flesh and skin, raw.
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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 | +60.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +941.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +23.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +136.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1150% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +84% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +233.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +100% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +3300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +44.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +556.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +116.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +160% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +156.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +112.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1390% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +217.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +28777.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +269.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +14.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +4762% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +292100% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2031% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +23452.9% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +44.2% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +93.8% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +30% |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 17.953g | 0.025g | 81% |
| Fats | 25.99g | 0.09g | 40% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.56µg | 0µg | 23% |
| Calories | 518kcal | 77kcal | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 19.7mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.02mg | 0.298mg | 21% |
| Carbs | 64.59g | 17.49g | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.844g | 0.002g | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.21mg | 0.032mg | 14% |
| Copper | 0.22mg | 0.11mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 135mg | 57mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 125mg | 12mg | 11% |
| Protein | 6.51g | 2.05g | 9% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 0.4µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.64mg | 0.295mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 231mg | 425mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.895g | 0.042g | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.5mg | 1.061mg | 4% |
| Caffeine | 14mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 2.1g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.1mg | 0.2mg | 4% |
| Choline | 31mg | 12.1mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 23mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 5.2µg | 2µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.117mg | 0.081mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 24µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 0.81mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 54mg | 6mg | 2% |
| Starch | 10.6g | 15.29g | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.09mg | 0.3mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.34mg | 0.01mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 63.59g | 15.39g | N/A |
| Sugar | 48.68g | 0.82g | N/A |
| Folate | 14µg | 15µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.099g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.09mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.19mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.28mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.52mg | 0.098mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.28mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.16mg | 0.032mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.27mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.36mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.11mg | 0.035mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0.26g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.075g | N/A |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 47.86g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.928g)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kit Kat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 36)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Kit Kat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kit Kat is relatively richer in vitamins