Margarine vs. Hash browns — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between margarine and hash browns
- Margarine has more vitamin A, vitamin K, and vitamin E; however, hash browns are higher in vitamin B6, phosphorus, vitamin B3, copper, and fiber.
- Margarine covers your daily need for vitamin A, 72% more than hash browns.
- Margarine has 9 times more vitamin K than hash browns. While margarine has 93µg of vitamin K, hash browns have only 9.9µg.
- Hash browns have less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of hash browns is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Margarine, regular, 80% fat, composite, stick, without salt and Fast foods, potatoes, hash browns, round pieces or patty.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -99.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +600% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +533.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1872.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +900% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1860% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 | +243.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +839.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +2600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1270% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +7891.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1966.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +43.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.16 g
Fats:
80.71 g
Carbs:
0.7 g
Water:
16.52 g
Other:
1.91 g
Protein:
2.58 g
Fats:
17.04 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
49.27 g
Other:
2.23 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +373.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1512.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +4025.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +198.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
15.189 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
38.877 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
24.302 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.54 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.827 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.665 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +396.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +329% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -83.3% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 24.302g | 5.665g | 124% |
| Fats | 80.71g | 17.04g | 98% |
| Vitamin A | 819µg | 0µg | 91% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 38.877g | 7.827g | 78% |
| Vitamin K | 93µg | 9.9µg | 69% |
| Saturated fat | 15.189g | 2.54g | 57% |
| Vitamin E | 9mg | 2.62mg | 43% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 566mg | 25% |
| Calories | 717kcal | 272kcal | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.009mg | 0.186mg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 5mg | 98mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.023mg | 1.838mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.01mg | 0.137mg | 11% |
| Starch | 25.74g | 11% | |
| Copper | 0mg | 0.1mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.7g | 11% |
| Potassium | 18mg | 355mg | 10% |
| Carbs | 0.7g | 28.88g | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 0.06mg | 0.6mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.158mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 5.4mg | 6% |
| Protein | 0.16g | 2.58g | 5% |
| Magnesium | 3mg | 21mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.1µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0mg | 0.36mg | 3% |
| Folate | 1µg | 12µg | 3% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 19mg | 2% |
| Choline | 12.4mg | 17.8mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 0.4µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.7g | 26.18g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.56g | N/A |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.037mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 14.89g | 0.056g | N/A |
| Fructose | 0.24g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.441g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.03g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 21.522g | 5.131g | 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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26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Margarine is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.56g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Margarine contains less Sodium (difference - 564mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Margarine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Hash browns is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.649g)
Which food is cheaper?
Hash browns is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hash browns is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Hash browns is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)