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Pepperoni Pizza vs. French fries — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Pepperoni Pizza and French fries

  • Pepperoni Pizza has more Selenium, Vitamin B12, Iron, Vitamin B2, Calcium, and Phosphorus, however, French fries are higher in Vitamin B6, and Potassium.
  • Pepperoni Pizza covers your daily need of Selenium 36% more than French fries.
  • French fries have less Sodium.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison PIZZA HUT 12" Pepperoni Pizza, Pan Crust 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 16% 44% 18% 80% 35% 42% 88% 90% 47% 112%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 25% 5.4% 51% 30% 41% 14% 54% 27% 32% 4.9%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +711.1%
Contains more IronIron +164.2%
Contains more ZincZinc +208%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +64%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +46.2%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +2188.9%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +59.1%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +191%
Contains more CopperCopper +18.1%
Contains less SodiumSodium -69.7%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 10% 16% 0% 72% 59% 72% 23% 32% 80% 48% 0% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 16% 0% 33% 0% 43% 9% 56% 35% 86% 0% 28% 23% 20%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +68.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +551.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +27.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +72.3%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +114.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +53.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +165.7%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
12% 14% 30% 41% 3%
Protein: 11.97 g
Fats: 14.21 g
Carbs: 30.49 g
Water: 40.8 g
Other: 2.53 g
3% 15% 41% 39% 2%
Protein: 3.43 g
Fats: 14.73 g
Carbs: 41.44 g
Water: 38.55 g
Other: 1.85 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +249%
Contains more OtherOther +36.8%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +35.9%
~equal in Fats ~14.73g
~equal in Water ~38.55g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
40% 34% 26%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 5.271 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 4.415 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.465 g
17% 44% 39%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 2.336 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 5.398 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -55.7%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +35.2%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +55.8%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Pepperoni Pizza French fries
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Pepperoni Pizza French fries Opinion
Calories 298kcal 312kcal French fries
Protein 11.97g 3.43g Pepperoni Pizza
Fats 14.21g 14.73g French fries
Vitamin C 0mg 4.7mg French fries
Net carbs 28.69g 37.64g French fries
Carbs 30.49g 41.44g French fries
Cholesterol 25mg 0mg French fries
Magnesium 22mg 35mg French fries
Calcium 146mg 18mg Pepperoni Pizza
Potassium 199mg 579mg French fries
Iron 2.14mg 0.81mg Pepperoni Pizza
Sugar 3.2g 0.3g French fries
Fiber 1.8g 3.8g French fries
Copper 0.105mg 0.124mg French fries
Zinc 1.54mg 0.5mg Pepperoni Pizza
Starch 23.13g Pepperoni Pizza
Phosphorus 205mg 125mg Pepperoni Pizza
Sodium 692mg 210mg French fries
Vitamin A 171IU 0IU Pepperoni Pizza
Vitamin A 47µg 0µg Pepperoni Pizza
Vitamin E 0.78mg 1.67mg French fries
Manganese 0.361mg 0.247mg Pepperoni Pizza
Selenium 20.6µg 0.9µg Pepperoni Pizza
Vitamin B1 0.287mg 0.17mg Pepperoni Pizza
Vitamin B2 0.254mg 0.039mg Pepperoni Pizza
Vitamin B3 3.84mg 3.004mg Pepperoni Pizza
Vitamin B5 0.378mg 0.58mg French fries
Vitamin B6 0.14mg 0.372mg French fries
Vitamin B12 0.64µg 0µg Pepperoni Pizza
Vitamin K 19.3µg 11.2µg Pepperoni Pizza
Folate 30µg French fries
Trans Fat 0.06g Pepperoni Pizza
Choline 36.8mg French fries
Saturated Fat 5.271g 2.336g French fries
Monounsaturated Fat 4.415g 5.969g French fries
Polyunsaturated fat 3.465g 5.398g French fries
Tryptophan 0.116mg Pepperoni Pizza
Threonine 0.374mg Pepperoni Pizza
Isoleucine 0.487mg Pepperoni Pizza
Leucine 0.952mg Pepperoni Pizza
Lysine 0.652mg Pepperoni Pizza
Methionine 0.247mg Pepperoni Pizza
Phenylalanine 0.564mg Pepperoni Pizza
Valine 0.604mg Pepperoni Pizza
Histidine 0.322mg Pepperoni Pizza
Fructose 0.37g Pepperoni Pizza
Omega-3 - ALA 0.357g 0.407g French fries
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g French fries
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0g 0.029g French fries
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.025g 0.007g Pepperoni Pizza
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.898g French fries

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Pepperoni Pizza French fries
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
32%
Pepperoni Pizza
27%
French fries
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
57%
Pepperoni Pizza
28%
French fries

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Pepperoni Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pepperoni Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
French fries
French fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 25mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 482mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
French fries
French fries is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.935g)
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Pepperoni Pizza - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173280/nutrients
  2. French fries - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170698/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.