Mashed potato vs. Chicken fingers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between mashed potato and chicken fingers
- The amount of vitamin B3, phosphorus, selenium, vitamin B6, vitamin E, vitamin B2, and vitamin B1 in chicken fingers is higher than in mashed potato.
- Chicken fingers cover your daily vitamin B3 needs 45% more than mashed potato.
- Mashed potato has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of mashed potato is 87, while the glycemic index of chicken fingers is 46.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, potato, mashed and Fast foods, chicken tenders.
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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 | -60.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +86.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +30.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +135.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +97.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +222.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +378% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +132.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2087.5% |
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 | +1333.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +654.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +633.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1093.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +660.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +255% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +128.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +35.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +111.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +226.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.65 g
Fats:
2.82 g
Carbs:
14.65 g
Water:
79.62 g
Other:
1.26 g
Protein:
19.22 g
Fats:
13.95 g
Carbs:
17.25 g
Water:
46.64 g
Other:
2.94 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +70.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1064.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +394.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +17.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +133.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.577 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.72 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.342 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.83 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.783 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -76.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +570.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +330.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
12.1 g
Sucrose:
0.1 g
Glucose:
0.2 g
Fructose:
0.2 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
17.03 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +40.7% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +300% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 8.217mg | 45% |
| Protein | 1.65g | 19.22g | 35% |
| Phosphorus | 59mg | 282mg | 32% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.342g | 5.783g | 30% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 17.5µg | 30% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.244mg | 25% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 0.426mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 306mg | 769mg | 20% |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 3.17mg | 18% |
| Fats | 2.82g | 13.95g | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 48mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.179mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.72g | 4.83g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 0.577g | 2.493g | 9% |
| Calories | 89kcal | 271kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.11mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.098mg | 0.228mg | 6% |
| Choline | 13.4mg | 43.7mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.31mg | 0.73mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0.16µg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 0.71mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.035mg | 0.069mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 43µg | 3µg | 4% |
| Potassium | 286mg | 373mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 28mg | 3% |
| Folate | 9µg | 19µg | 3% |
| Starch | 12.1g | 17.03g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 8µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 14.65g | 17.25g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 7IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 13.35g | 16.05g | N/A |
| Calcium | 18mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 0.4g | N/A |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 1.2g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.105g | 0.052g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.222mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.803mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.845mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.553mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.616mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.518mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.437mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.908mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.655mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.174g | 0.211g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.146g | 5.439g | 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
9%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mashed potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mashed potato contains less Sodium (difference - 463mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mashed potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.916g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken fingers is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.1g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken fingers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)