Pita vs. Hash browns — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are pita and hash browns different?
- Pita is higher in manganese, vitamin B1, iron, copper, and calcium; however, hash browns are richer in vitamin B6, potassium, and vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for pita is 14% higher.
- Pita contains 5 times more calcium than hash browns. While pita contains 86mg of calcium, hash browns contain only 19mg.
- Pita has less saturated fat.
- Hash browns have a lower glycemic index (56) than pita (68).
Bread, pita, white, unenriched and Fast foods, potatoes, hash browns, round pieces or patty are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +23.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +352.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +133.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +68% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +133.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +204.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +195.8% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +94.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +155.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +16.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +447.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.1 g
Fats:
1.2 g
Carbs:
55.7 g
Water:
32.1 g
Other:
1.9 g
Protein:
2.58 g
Fats:
17.04 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
49.27 g
Other:
2.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +252.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +92.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1320% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +53.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.166 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.105 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.535 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 | -93.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +7354.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +958.9% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.535g | 5.665g | 34% |
| Fats | 1.2g | 17.04g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.105g | 7.827g | 19% |
| Vitamin E | 2.62mg | 17% | |
| Manganese | 0.481mg | 0.158mg | 14% |
| Protein | 9.1g | 2.58g | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.186mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 0.166g | 2.54g | 11% |
| Starch | 25.74g | 11% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.267mg | 0.137mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 0.6mg | 10% |
| Carbs | 55.7g | 28.88g | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 9.9µg | 8% | |
| Copper | 0.168mg | 0.1mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 120mg | 355mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 19mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 5.4mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.097mg | 0.038mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.84mg | 0.36mg | 4% |
| Folate | 24µg | 12µg | 3% |
| Choline | 17.8mg | 3% | |
| Fiber | 2.2g | 2.7g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.142mg | 1.838mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 536mg | 566mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Calories | 275kcal | 272kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 53.5g | 26.18g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.56g | N/A | |
| Phosphorus | 97mg | 98mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.397mg | 0.38mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.056g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.105mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.257mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.349mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.634mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.219mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.16mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.446mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.394mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.195mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.24g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.441g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.03g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.131g | 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
14%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pita is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.56g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pita contains less Sodium (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pita is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.374g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hash browns is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.
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.