McDonald's french fries vs. Mashed potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between mcDonald's french fries and mashed potato?
- The amount of vitamin B6, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, fiber, phosphorus, potassium, copper, vitamin K, and manganese in mcDonald's french fries is higher than in mashed potato.
- McDonald's french fries' daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 20% more.
- Mashed potato contains 12 times less vitamin B1 than mcDonald's french fries. McDonald's french fries contain 0.18mg of vitamin B1, while mashed potato contains 0.015mg.
- Mashed potato has less saturated fat.
- McDonald's french fries have a lower glycemic index (70) than mashed potato (87).
We used McDONALD'S, french fries and Fast foods, potato, mashed types 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +146.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +108.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +158.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +225.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +131.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +115.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -38.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +154.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +100% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +228.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +146.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +198.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +216.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +171.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +197% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.41 g
Fats:
15.47 g
Carbs:
42.58 g
Water:
36.63 g
Other:
1.91 g
Protein:
1.65 g
Fats:
2.82 g
Carbs:
14.65 g
Water:
79.62 g
Other:
1.26 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +106.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +448.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +190.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +51.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +117.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.271 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.379 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.727 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.577 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.72 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.342 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +924.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +252.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -74.6% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
38.23 g
Sucrose:
0.21 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
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
| Contains more StarchStarch | +216% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +110% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.727g | 1.342g | 23% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.38mg | 0.12mg | 20% |
| Fats | 15.47g | 2.82g | 19% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.379g | 0.72g | 17% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.18mg | 0.015mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.22mg | 1.08mg | 13% |
| Calories | 323kcal | 89kcal | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.59mg | 12% | |
| Starch | 38.23g | 12.1g | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 127mg | 59mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 1.3g | 10% |
| Copper | 0.114mg | 0.035mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 42.58g | 14.65g | 9% |
| Potassium | 596mg | 286mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.271g | 0.577g | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 16µg | 5.9µg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.249mg | 0.098mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 0.31mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 1.38mg | 0.42mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 43µg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 189mg | 306mg | 5% |
| Choline | 39.8mg | 13.4mg | 5% |
| Protein | 3.41g | 1.65g | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 3% | |
| Zinc | 0.51mg | 0.22mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.037mg | 0.015mg | 2% |
| Folate | 9µg | 2% | |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 0.8µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 38.68g | 13.35g | N/A |
| Calcium | 19mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.21g | 0.5g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.064g | 0.105g | N/A |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.2g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.382g | 0.174g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.031g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.251g | 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
27%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
15%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McDonald's french fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McDonald's french fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.29g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's french fries contains less Sodium (difference - 117mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's french fries is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is richer in minerals?
McDonald's french fries is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
McDonald's french fries is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mashed potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.694g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)