Potato chips vs. Cinnamon roll — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between potato chips and cinnamon roll
- Potato chips have more vitamin E, vitamin B6, potassium, vitamin C, copper, fiber, and magnesium; however, cinnamon roll is higher in calcium and selenium.
- Potato chips cover your daily vitamin E needs 53% more than cinnamon roll.
- Cinnamon roll contains 104 times less vitamin C than potato chips. Potato chips contain 31.1mg of vitamin C, while cinnamon roll contains 0.3mg.
- Potato chips have less sodium.
- The glycemic index of potato chips is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted and Cinnamon buns, frosted (includes honey buns).
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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 | +378.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1150% |
| Contains more IronIron | +19% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +393.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +105.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +26% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +50.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +662.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +60.5% |
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 | +10266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +692.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +42.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +59.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +19.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1636.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +45.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +253.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +26.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +60% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
Protein:
4.45 g
Fats:
26.61 g
Carbs:
48.6 g
Water:
18.98 g
Other:
1.36 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +57.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +30% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +164.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +898.9% |
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Carbs
~48.6g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.17 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
12.649 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.723 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.676 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -13.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +12.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +231.1% |
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 | 12.17g | 3.676g | 57% |
| Vitamin E | 9.11mg | 1.15mg | 53% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.66mg | 0.038mg | 48% |
| Potassium | 1275mg | 102mg | 35% |
| Vitamin C | 31.1mg | 0.3mg | 34% |
| Copper | 0.306mg | 0.062mg | 27% |
| Histidine | 153mg | 0.126mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 183mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 4.8g | 1.2g | 14% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 305mg | 13% |
| Magnesium | 67mg | 14mg | 13% |
| Fats | 34.6g | 26.61g | 12% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 13µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.827mg | 2.404mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 10.96g | 12.649g | 8% |
| Starch | 16.39g | 7% | |
| Folate | 45µg | 72µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 22.1µg | 15.2µg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.44mg | 0.292mg | 6% |
| Protein | 7g | 4.45g | 5% |
| Choline | 37.5mg | 10.6mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.197mg | 0.138mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 165mg | 131mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 0.53mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.167mg | 0.211mg | 4% |
| Calories | 536kcal | 452kcal | 4% |
| Iron | 1.63mg | 1.37mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.84g | 8.723g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.402mg | 0.337mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 52.9g | 48.6g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 48.1g | 47.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.22g | 25.7g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.295g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.108mg | 0.068mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.253mg | 0.176mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.283mg | 0.226mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.419mg | 0.41mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.424mg | 0.215mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.31mg | 0.264mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.392mg | 0.255mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.225g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.352g | 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
56%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
37%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 25.48g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 297mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato chips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.689g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cinnamon roll is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food is cheaper?
Cinnamon roll is cheaper (difference - $2)