Matzo vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are matzo and potato chips different?
- Matzo is richer in selenium, iron, and vitamin B1, while potato chips are higher in vitamin E, vitamin B6, vitamin C, potassium, copper, and vitamin K.
- Potato chips cover your daily need for vitamin E, 60% more than matzo.
- Matzo contains 5 times more selenium than potato chips. Matzo contains 36.9µg of selenium, while potato chips contain 8.1µg.
- Matzo is lower in saturated fat.
Crackers, matzo, plain and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted types were used in this article.
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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 IronIron | +93.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +47.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +355.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +168% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +84.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1038.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +410% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +60.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +85.4% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +131.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +47.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +15083.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +473.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +7266.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +164.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +247.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10 g
Fats:
1.4 g
Carbs:
83.7 g
Water:
4.3 g
Other:
0.6 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +42.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +58.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +126.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2371.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +500% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.226 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.127 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.603 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.17 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +7648% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1918.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.603g | 12.17g | 77% |
| Vitamin E | 0.06mg | 9.11mg | 60% |
| Selenium | 36.9µg | 8.1µg | 52% |
| Fats | 1.4g | 34.6g | 51% |
| Saturated fat | 0.226g | 10.96g | 49% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.115mg | 0.66mg | 42% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 31.1mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 112mg | 1275mg | 34% |
| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.306mg | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.127g | 9.84g | 24% |
| Histidine | 0.213mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Iron | 3.16mg | 1.63mg | 19% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 22.1µg | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.387mg | 0.167mg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 89mg | 165mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 83.7g | 52.9g | 10% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 67mg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.65mg | 0.44mg | 9% |
| Folate | 17µg | 45µg | 7% |
| Calories | 395kcal | 536kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.291mg | 0.197mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 4.8g | 7% |
| Protein | 10g | 7g | 6% |
| Choline | 10.8mg | 37.5mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.68mg | 1.09mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.443mg | 0.402mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 80.7g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.29g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Sodium | 0mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.892mg | 3.827mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.116mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.267mg | 0.253mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.371mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.692mg | 0.419mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.193mg | 0.424mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.176mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.494mg | 0.31mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.42mg | 0.392mg | 0% |
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
24%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
51%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.07g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Matzo contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Matzo is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.734g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Matzo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is cheaper?
Matzo is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.