Penne vs. French fries — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between penne and french fries
- Penne is richer in calcium and zinc, yet french fries are richer in potassium, vitamin C, polyunsaturated fat, and monounsaturated fat.
- Daily need coverage for potassium for french fries is 13% higher.
- Penne contains 5 times more calcium than french fries. Penne contains 89mg of calcium, while french fries contain 18mg.
- Penne has a lower glycemic index than french fries.
Food types used in this article are KASHI Three Cheese Penne, frozen, unprepared and Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil.
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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 | +394.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +120% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +16.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +374.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -15.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.7 g
Fats:
4 g
Carbs:
16.8 g
Water:
72.4 g
Other:
1.1 g
Protein:
3.43 g
Fats:
14.73 g
Carbs:
41.44 g
Water:
38.55 g
Other:
1.85 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +66.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +87.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +268.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +146.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +68.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.3 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.336 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.398 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +496.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1249.5% |
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Saturated fat
~2.336g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 5.398g | 33% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.372mg | 29% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.004mg | 19% | |
| Fats | 4g | 14.73g | 17% |
| Copper | 0.124mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.17mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 122mg | 579mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1g | 5.969g | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.58mg | 12% | |
| Manganese | 0.247mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 9% | |
| Calories | 126kcal | 312kcal | 9% |
| Carbs | 16.8g | 41.44g | 8% |
| Folate | 30µg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 89mg | 18mg | 7% |
| Choline | 36.8mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 4.7mg | 5% |
| Protein | 5.7g | 3.43g | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.5mg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 3.8g | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.039mg | 3% | |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 248mg | 210mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 35mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 118mg | 125mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 14.1g | 37.64g | N/A |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 0.81mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.9g | 0.3g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.2g | 0.06g | N/A |
| Saturated fat | 2.3g | 2.336g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.407g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.898g | N/A |
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
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27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Penne is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.036g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Penne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
French fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.6g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 38mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
French fries is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
French fries is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)