Oatmeal vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between oatmeal and potato chips
- Oatmeal has more iron; however, potato chips have more vitamin E, potassium, vitamin C, vitamin B6, copper, vitamin K, phosphorus, and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin E for potato chips is 60% higher.
- Potato chips have 4 times less iron than oatmeal. Oatmeal has 5.96mg of iron, while potato chips have 1.63mg.
- Oatmeal is lower in saturated fat.
- Oatmeal has a higher glycemic index than potato chips.
Food types used in this article are Cereals, oats, instant, fortified, plain, prepared with water (boiling water added or microwaved) and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted.
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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 | +233.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +265.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +26.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +157.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1990.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +363.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +75.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +114.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +62% |
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 | +55.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +12914.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +26.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +26.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +127.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +5425% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +697.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.37 g
Fats:
1.36 g
Carbs:
11.67 g
Water:
84.03 g
Other:
0.57 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +4322.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +195.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2444.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +353.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +531.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.226 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.391 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.426 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 | +2416.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2756.8% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.426g | 12.17g | 78% |
| Vitamin E | 0.07mg | 9.11mg | 60% |
| Iron | 5.96mg | 1.63mg | 54% |
| Fats | 1.36g | 34.6g | 51% |
| Saturated fat | 0.226g | 10.96g | 49% |
| Potassium | 61mg | 1275mg | 36% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 31.1mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.29mg | 0.66mg | 28% |
| Copper | 0.066mg | 0.306mg | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.391g | 9.84g | 24% |
| Calories | 68kcal | 536kcal | 23% |
| Histidine | 0.057mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Vitamin K | 0.4µg | 22.1µg | 18% |
| Carbs | 11.67g | 52.9g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 130µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 77mg | 165mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 4.8g | 12% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 67mg | 10% |
| Protein | 2.37g | 7g | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.26mg | 0.167mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 8.1µg | 6% |
| Choline | 4.7mg | 37.5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 24mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.558mg | 0.44mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.025mg | 3.827mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.62mg | 1.09mg | 4% |
| Starch | 10.37g | 4% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.317mg | 0.402mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 49mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.215mg | 0.197mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.97g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.46g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Folate | 44µg | 45µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.04mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.083mg | 0.253mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.105mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.2mg | 0.419mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.135mg | 0.424mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.04mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.13mg | 0.31mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.151mg | 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
26%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.24g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 41mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato chips is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Oatmeal is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.734g)
Which food is cheaper?
Oatmeal 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 minerals?
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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.