Milk vs. Mashed potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between milk and mashed potato
- Milk has more vitamin B12, vitamin B2, calcium, vitamin D, and phosphorus, while mashed potato has more vitamin B6, vitamin B3, and fiber.
- Milk's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 17% higher.
- The amount of sodium in milk is lower.
- Milk has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of milk is 31, while the glycemic index of mashed potato is 87.
The food types used in this comparison are Milk, lowfat, fluid, 1% milkfat, with added vitamin A and vitamin D and Fast foods, potato, mashed.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +594.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +90.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +61% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +312.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +36.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +90.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +933.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +250% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3166.7% |
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 | +34.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +571.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +32.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +4100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1061.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +224.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +5800% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +80% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.37 g
Fats:
0.97 g
Carbs:
4.99 g
Water:
89.92 g
Other:
0.75 g
Protein:
1.65 g
Fats:
2.82 g
Carbs:
14.65 g
Water:
79.62 g
Other:
1.26 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +104.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +12.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +190.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +193.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +68% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.633 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.277 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.035 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 | +159.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3734.3% |
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Saturated fat
~0.577g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
5.2 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 LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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Maltose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.47µg | 0.07µg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.185mg | 0.015mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 125mg | 18mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 44mg | 306mg | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.035g | 1.342g | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.361mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.093mg | 1.08mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 1.2µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.037mg | 0.12mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 48IU | 0IU | 6% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.3g | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 5.9µg | 5% |
| Starch | 12.1g | 5% | |
| Phosphorus | 95mg | 59mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 3.3µg | 0.8µg | 5% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 286mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.03mg | 0.31mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.003mg | 0.098mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.01mg | 0.035mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 4.99g | 14.65g | 3% |
| Protein | 3.37g | 1.65g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0.42mg | 3% |
| Fats | 0.97g | 2.82g | 3% |
| Calories | 42kcal | 89kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 58µg | 43µg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.42mg | 0.22mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Folate | 5µg | 9µg | 1% |
| Choline | 17.7mg | 13.4mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.277g | 0.72g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 4.99g | 13.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 5.2g | 0.5g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.015mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.105g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 0.633g | 0.577g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.043mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.143mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.174mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.319mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.282mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.088mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.174mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.22mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.101mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.2g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.004g | 0.174g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.027g | 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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9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
14%
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Milk contains less Sodium (difference - 262mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Milk is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mashed potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mashed potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.7g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mashed potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.056g)
Which food is cheaper?
Mashed potato is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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