Mashed potato vs. Tea — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mashed potato and tea?
- Mashed potato is richer in vitamin B6, phosphorus, potassium, vitamin B3, fiber, and polyunsaturated fat, while tea is higher in manganese.
- Mashed potato's daily need coverage for sodium is 13% higher.
- Tea is lower in sodium.
- Mashed potato has a higher glycemic index (87) than tea (0).
We used Fast foods, potato, mashed and Beverages, tea, instant, unsweetened, prepared with water 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +650% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +500% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1488.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +3000% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +218.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +5800% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +300% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +3275% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +11900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +4366.7% |
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:
0.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
0.17 g
Water:
99.62 g
Other:
0.15 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2650% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +8517.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +740% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +25.1% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 306mg | 4mg | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.098mg | 0.392mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.342g | 0g | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 0.001mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 286mg | 18mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 59mg | 1mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 0.032mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 43µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Starch | 12.1g | 5% | |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 0g | 5% |
| Carbs | 14.65g | 0.17g | 5% |
| Fats | 2.82g | 0g | 4% |
| Iron | 0.31mg | 0.01mg | 4% |
| Calories | 89kcal | 1kcal | 4% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 2mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.035mg | 0.011mg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.65g | 0.06g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.577g | 0g | 3% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 11mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 0.01mg | 2% |
| Folate | 9µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 3mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.72g | 0g | 2% |
| Choline | 13.4mg | 0.3mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.003mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 13.35g | 0.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 0.02g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.013mg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.105g | 0g | N/A |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 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 |
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%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
6%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tea is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.48g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tea contains less Sodium (difference - 302mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tea is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.577g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tea is lower in glycemic index (difference - 87)
Which food is cheaper?
Mashed potato is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
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
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)