Potato vs. French fries — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between potatoes and french fries
- Potatoes have more vitamin C; however, french fries are richer in vitamin B3, vitamin E, phosphorus, vitamin K, vitamin B1, fiber, and vitamin B5.
- Potatoes cover your daily vitamin C needs 17% more than french fries.
- Potatoes contain less sodium.
- Potatoes have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of potatoes is 86, while the glycemic index of french fries is 70.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Potatoes, flesh and skin, raw 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 less SodiumSodium | -97.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +52.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +36.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +12.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +66.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +119.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +23.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +125% |
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 | +319.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +16600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +109.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +21.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +183.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +96.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +24.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +460% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +204.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.05 g
Fats:
0.09 g
Carbs:
17.49 g
Water:
79.25 g
Other:
1.12 g
Protein:
3.43 g
Fats:
14.73 g
Carbs:
41.44 g
Water:
38.55 g
Other:
1.85 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +105.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +67.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +16266.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +136.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +65.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.025 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.042 g
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 | -98.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +298350% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +12752.4% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.042g | 5.398g | 36% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 14.73g | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 19.7mg | 4.7mg | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.002g | 5.969g | 15% |
| Calories | 77kcal | 312kcal | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.061mg | 3.004mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 0.025g | 2.336g | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 1.67mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 57mg | 125mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 210mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 17.49g | 41.44g | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 2µg | 11.2µg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 3.8g | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.081mg | 0.17mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.298mg | 0.372mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.295mg | 0.58mg | 6% |
| Starch | 15.29g | 6% | |
| Potassium | 425mg | 579mg | 5% |
| Choline | 12.1mg | 36.8mg | 4% |
| Folate | 15µg | 30µg | 4% |
| Protein | 2.05g | 3.43g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 35mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.2mg | 0.247mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.11mg | 0.124mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.3mg | 0.5mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 0.9µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.032mg | 0.039mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.39g | 37.64g | N/A |
| Iron | 0.81mg | 0.81mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.82g | 0.3g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.06g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.021mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.098mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.032mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.081mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.103mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.035mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.26g | 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
17%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 204mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.311g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.52g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
French fries is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food is cheaper?
French fries is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
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 contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)