Nachos vs. Hash browns — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Nachos and Hash browns
- Nachos are richer in Selenium, Phosphorus, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, and Vitamin B2, yet Hash browns are richer in Vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for Selenium from Nachos is 15% higher.
- Nachos contain 4 times more Vitamin B2 than Hash browns. Nachos contain 0.133mg of Vitamin B2, while Hash browns contain 0.038mg.
- Nachos contain less Sodium.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, nachos, with cheese and Fast foods, potatoes, hash browns, round pieces or patty.
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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 | +100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +231.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +25% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +138.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +102% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -44.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +18.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2050% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +56.3% |
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 | +950% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +55.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +250% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +15.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +94.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +48.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +390.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +11.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +191.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +20% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.32 g
Fats:
21.5 g
Carbs:
34.91 g
Water:
37.4 g
Other:
1.87 g
Protein:
2.58 g
Fats:
17.04 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
49.27 g
Other:
2.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +67.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +26.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +20.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +31.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +19.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.173 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
14.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.04 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.54 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.827 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.665 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -14.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +79.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +12.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
28.33 g
Sucrose:
0.53 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
1.63 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
25.74 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.31 g
Fructose:
0.24 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
~equal in
Starch
~25.74g
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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 Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 343kcal | 272kcal |
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| Protein | 4.32g | 2.58g |
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| Fats | 21.5g | 17.04g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 5.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 31.71g | 26.18g |
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| Carbs | 34.91g | 28.88g |
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| Cholesterol | 3mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 42mg | 21mg |
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| Calcium | 63mg | 19mg |
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| Potassium | 362mg | 355mg |
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| Iron | 0.75mg | 0.6mg |
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| Sugar | 2.17g | 0.56g |
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| Fiber | 3.2g | 2.7g |
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| Copper | 0.064mg | 0.1mg |
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| Zinc | 0.86mg | 0.36mg |
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| Starch | 28.33g | 25.74g |
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| Phosphorus | 198mg | 98mg |
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| Sodium | 313mg | 566mg |
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| Vitamin A | 21IU | 2IU |
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| Vitamin A | 5µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 4.08mg | 2.62mg |
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| Manganese | 0.187mg | 0.158mg |
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| Selenium | 8.6µg | 0.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.123mg | 0.137mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.133mg | 0.038mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.63mg | 1.838mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.38mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.186mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 19.3µg | 9.9µg |
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| Folate | 10µg | 12µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.058g | 0.056g |
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| Choline | 26.4mg | 17.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.173g | 2.54g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 14.02g | 7.827g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.04g | 5.665g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.042mg |
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| Threonine | 0.156mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.187mg |
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| Leucine | 0.521mg |
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| Lysine | 0.156mg |
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| Methionine | 0.094mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.229mg |
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| Valine | 0.25mg |
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| Histidine | 0.135mg |
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| Fructose | 0g | 0.24g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.617g | 0.441g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.032g | 0.03g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.343g | 5.131g |
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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%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nachos contains less Sodium (difference - 253mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Nachos is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.367g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Nachos is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hash browns is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hash browns is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.61g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hash browns is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.