Mashed potato vs. Merlot — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between mashed potato and merlot
- Merlot contains less vitamin B3, fiber, and phosphorus than mashed potato.
- Mashed potato's daily need coverage for sodium is 13% higher.
- The amount of sodium in merlot is lower.
- Merlot has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of merlot is 15, while the glycemic index of mashed potato is 87.
The food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, potato, mashed and Alcoholic Beverage, wine, table, red, Merlot.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +25% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +125% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +125.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +218.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +57.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +156.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +300% |
| Contains more IronIron | +48.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +34.7% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +382.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +110.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +800% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +106.7% |
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:
0.07 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
2.51 g
Water:
86.59 g
Other:
10.83 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2257.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +483.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +759.5% |
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Water
~86.59g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 306mg | 4mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.342g | 9% | |
| Phosphorus | 59mg | 23mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 286mg | 127mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 0.057mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 0.224mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 0g | 5% |
| Starch | 12.1g | 5% | |
| Vitamin A | 43µg | 5% | |
| Fats | 2.82g | 0g | 4% |
| Carbs | 14.65g | 2.51g | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.65g | 0.07g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 3% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.577g | 3% | |
| Copper | 0.035mg | 0.011mg | 3% |
| Choline | 13.4mg | 2% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.72g | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.31mg | 0.46mg | 2% |
| Folate | 9µg | 1µg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 0.14mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.098mg | 0.132mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.005mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.031mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.03mg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 18mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 12mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Calories | 89kcal | 83kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 13.35g | 2.51g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 0.62g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.105g | 0g | N/A |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.174g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 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
9%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Merlot is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Merlot contains less Sodium (difference - 302mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Merlot is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.577g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Merlot is lower in glycemic index (difference - 72)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mashed potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.12g)
Which food is cheaper?
Mashed potato is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mashed potato is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mashed potato is relatively richer in vitamins