Mashed potato vs. Fast food — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mashed potato and fast food?
- Fast food has more selenium, iron, vitamin B12, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, zinc, folate, and manganese than mashed potato.
- Fast food's daily need coverage for selenium is 35% higher.
- Mashed potato is lower in saturated fat.
- Mashed potato has a higher glycemic index (87) than fast food (66).
We used Fast foods, potato, mashed and Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain types in this comparison.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +45.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +80% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +244.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +887.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +245.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1045.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +127.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +264.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2437.5% |
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 | +377.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +20.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2013.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2320% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +420.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +76.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1171.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +788.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +156.7% |
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:
16.52 g
Fats:
12.01 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
38.45 g
Other:
1.52 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +107.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +901.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +325.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +115% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +20.6% |
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
4.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.835 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.68 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +571.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +25.2% |
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:
22.87 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
2.05 g
Fructose:
2.27 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.57 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +89% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +925% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1035% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 0.8µg | 20.3µg | 35% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0.89µg | 34% |
| Iron | 0.31mg | 3.06mg | 34% |
| Protein | 1.65g | 16.52g | 30% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 5.617mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.363mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.317mg | 25% |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 2.52mg | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 0.577g | 4.493g | 18% |
| Folate | 9µg | 80µg | 18% |
| Fats | 2.82g | 12.01g | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 59mg | 134mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.53mg | 11% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 33mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.098mg | 0.357mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.035mg | 0.121mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.72g | 4.835g | 10% |
| Calories | 89kcal | 297kcal | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 0.212mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 14.65g | 31.5g | 6% |
| Choline | 13.4mg | 34.4mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 43µg | 9µg | 4% |
| Starch | 12.1g | 22.87g | 4% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 62mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 27mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 286mg | 197mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 2.27g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.342g | 1.68g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 1.7g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 4.9µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 306mg | 331mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 13.35g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 4.88g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 0.38mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.105g | 0.514g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.144mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.46mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.642mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.13mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.785mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.306mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.67mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.728mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.402mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.174g | 0.121g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.146g | 1.391g | N/A |
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
9%
43%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mashed potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mashed potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.38g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mashed potato contains less Sodium (difference - 25mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mashed potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.916g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fast food is lower in glycemic index (difference - 21)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fast food is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fast food is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)