Plantain chips vs. Beef sticks — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between plantain chips and beef sticks
- Plantain chips are richer in vitamin C and vitamin B6, yet beef sticks are richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B2, iron, vitamin B3, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for beef sticks is 62% higher.
- Plantain chips contain 5 times more vitamin C than beef sticks. Plantain chips contain 32.1mg of vitamin C, while beef sticks contain 6.8mg.
- Plantain chips contain less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Snacks, plantain chips, salted and Snacks, beef sticks, smoked.
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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 | +238.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +205.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +52.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +220.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +655.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +250.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +554.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +130.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +372.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +430.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +235.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +124.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +116.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +990% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +466.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.28 g
Fats:
29.59 g
Carbs:
63.84 g
Water:
2.09 g
Other:
2.2 g
Protein:
21.5 g
Fats:
49.6 g
Carbs:
5.4 g
Water:
19.1 g
Other:
4.4 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1082.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +843% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +67.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +813.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +100% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.337 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.632 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
11.739 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
20.8 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
20.47 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.42 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -59.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +165.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +263.5% |
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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| Sodium | 202mg | 1531mg | 58% |
| Saturated fat | 8.337g | 20.8g | 57% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 11.739g | 4.42g | 49% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 133mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1µg | 42% |
| Protein | 2.28g | 21.5g | 38% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.632g | 20.47g | 37% |
| Vitamin E | 5.04mg | 34% | |
| Fats | 29.59g | 49.6g | 31% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.436mg | 30% |
| Iron | 0.97mg | 3.4mg | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 32.1mg | 6.8mg | 28% |
| Vitamin K | 28.6µg | 24% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.802mg | 4.54mg | 23% |
| Starch | 50.8g | 21% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.46mg | 0.205mg | 20% |
| Carbs | 63.84g | 5.4g | 19% |
| Zinc | 0.37mg | 2.42mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 786mg | 257mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 78mg | 180mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.1mg | 0.328mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 3.5g | 14% | |
| Magnesium | 71mg | 21mg | 12% |
| Folate | 35µg | 0µg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.198mg | 0.13mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.276mg | 0.086mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 69µg | 13µg | 6% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 68mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.065mg | 0.141mg | 6% |
| Calories | 531kcal | 550kcal | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 60.34g | 5.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.92g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.185g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.184mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.832mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.818mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.473mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.518mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.454mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.801mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.95mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.53mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.028g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.078g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 11.48g | N/A |
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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
42%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Plantain chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 133mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Plantain chips contains less Sodium (difference - 1329mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Plantain chips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.463g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Plantain chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beef sticks is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.92g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beef sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
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.