Mashed potato vs. Hot chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mashed potato and hot chocolate
- Mashed potato is richer in vitamin B6 and vitamin B3, yet hot chocolate is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B2, calcium, copper, vitamin D, and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for hot chocolate is 18% higher.
- Mashed potato contains 8 times more vitamin B3 than hot chocolate. Mashed potato contains 1.08mg of vitamin B3, while hot chocolate contains 0.133mg.
- Hot chocolate contains less sodium.
- Hot chocolate has a lower glycemic index than mashed potato.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, potato, mashed and Milk, chocolate beverage, hot cocoa, homemade.
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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 ManganeseManganese | +653.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +53.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +533.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +35.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +194.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +186.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +78% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +237.5% |
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 EVitamin E | +1300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +712% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2850% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +80% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +18.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +160% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1113.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +600% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +16.4% |
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:
3.52 g
Fats:
2.34 g
Carbs:
10.74 g
Water:
82.45 g
Other:
0.95 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +20.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +36.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +32.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +113.3% |
~equal in
Water
~82.45g
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
1.431 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.677 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.084 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -59.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1497.6% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~0.677g
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:
0 g
Sucrose:
5 g
Glucose:
0.01 g
Fructose:
0.01 g
Lactose:
4.63 g
Maltose:
0.01 g
Galactose:
0.01 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +1900% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1900% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +4900% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0.49µg | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.182mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 306mg | 44mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 114mg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.342g | 0.084g | 8% |
| Copper | 0.035mg | 0.103mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.328mg | 7% | |
| Phosphorus | 59mg | 105mg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 1.1µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 0.133mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 45IU | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 0.04mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 0.2µg | 5% |
| Starch | 12.1g | 5% | |
| Protein | 1.65g | 3.52g | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 0.63mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.577g | 1.431g | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.098mg | 0.013mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 286mg | 197mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 8mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 0.03mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 2.7µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 23mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.039mg | 2% |
| Folate | 9µg | 5µg | 1% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Calories | 89kcal | 77kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 43µg | 51µg | 1% |
| Fats | 2.82g | 2.34g | 1% |
| Iron | 0.31mg | 0.42mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 14.65g | 10.74g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 1g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 13.35g | 9.74g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 9.66g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.105g | 0.078g | N/A |
| Choline | 13.4mg | 15.6mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.72g | 0.677g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.037mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.095mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.169mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.305mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.215mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.076mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.201mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0.01g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.174g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.146g | 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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15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mashed potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mashed potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.16g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mashed potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.854g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hot chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 262mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hot chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 36)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hot chocolate is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.