Nutmeg vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between nutmeg and potato chips?
- Nutmeg is richer in manganese, copper, fiber, and magnesium, yet potato chips are richer in vitamin E, vitamin B6, vitamin C, potassium, and vitamin K.
- Nutmeg's daily need coverage for manganese is 107% higher.
- Nutmeg has 4 times more fiber than potato chips. Nutmeg has 20.8g of fiber, while potato chips have 4.8g.
- Potato chips contain less saturated fat.
- Nutmeg has a lower glycemic index than potato chips.
We used Spices, nutmeg, ground and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted 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 | +173.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +666.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +86.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +235.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +97.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +29.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +559.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +264.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +406.3% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +107.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +68.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +936.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +245.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +194.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +312.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +326.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.84 g
Fats:
36.31 g
Carbs:
49.29 g
Water:
6.23 g
Other:
2.33 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +227.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +19.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +54.5% |
~equal in
Fats
~34.6g
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Carbs
~52.9g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
25.94 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.35 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 | -57.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +205.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3377.1% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.9mg | 0.44mg | 107% |
| Copper | 1.027mg | 0.306mg | 80% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.35g | 12.17g | 79% |
| Saturated fat | 25.94g | 10.96g | 68% |
| Fiber | 20.8g | 4.8g | 64% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 9.11mg | 61% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.16mg | 0.66mg | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 31.1mg | 31% |
| Magnesium | 183mg | 67mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 1275mg | 27% |
| Histidine | 153mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 3.04mg | 1.63mg | 18% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 22.1µg | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.22g | 9.84g | 17% |
| Calcium | 184mg | 24mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.299mg | 3.827mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.346mg | 0.167mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 1.6µg | 8.1µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.057mg | 0.197mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 2.15mg | 1.09mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.402mg | 8% | |
| Folate | 76µg | 45µg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 213mg | 165mg | 7% |
| Choline | 8.8mg | 37.5mg | 5% |
| Fats | 36.31g | 34.6g | 3% |
| Protein | 5.84g | 7g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 49.29g | 52.9g | 1% |
| Calories | 525kcal | 536kcal | 1% |
| Net carbs | 28.49g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.99g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Sodium | 16mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.108mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.253mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.283mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.419mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.424mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.31mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 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
18%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.77g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato chips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 14.98g)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato chips is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Nutmeg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Nutmeg is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)