Lamb vs. Potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between lamb and potatoes
- Lamb has more vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B2, and choline; however, potatoes have more vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for lamb is 106% higher.
- Potatoes have a higher glycemic index than lamb.
Food types used in this article are Lamb, domestic, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked 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 CalciumCalcium | +41.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +132.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1386.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +229.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +6500% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +37.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +809.1% |
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 EVitamin E | +1300% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +23.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +681.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +527.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +123.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +130% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +20% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +674.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +129.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1096.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +23166.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +47.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +36.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +440900% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3495.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.7% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.55µg | 0µg | 106% |
| Selenium | 26.4µg | 0.4µg | 47% |
| Protein | 24.52g | 2.05g | 45% |
| Saturated fat | 8.83g | 0.025g | 40% |
| Zinc | 4.46mg | 0.3mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.66mg | 1.061mg | 35% |
| Fats | 20.94g | 0.09g | 32% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 0mg | 32% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 19.7mg | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.82g | 0.002g | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 188mg | 57mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.25mg | 0.032mg | 17% |
| Choline | 93.7mg | 12.1mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.298mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1.88mg | 0.81mg | 13% |
| Calories | 294kcal | 77kcal | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.51g | 0.042g | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.2mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.1g | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.66mg | 0.295mg | 7% |
| Starch | 15.29g | 6% | |
| Carbs | 0g | 17.49g | 6% |
| Sodium | 72mg | 6mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 310mg | 425mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 4.6µg | 2µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.081mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.119mg | 0.11mg | 1% |
| Folate | 18µg | 15µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 12mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.14mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 15.39g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 23mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.82g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.287mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.05mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.183mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.908mg | 0.098mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.166mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.629mg | 0.032mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.998mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.323mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.777mg | 0.035mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.26g | 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
52%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
52%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 97mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.805g)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato is cheaper (difference - $2.1)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lamb is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.82g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lamb is lower in glycemic index (difference - 86)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lamb is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lamb is relatively richer in vitamins