Potato vs. Potatoes, raw, skin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between potatoes and potatoes, raw, skin
- Potatoes have more vitamin C; however, potatoes, raw, skin has more copper, iron, and manganese.
- Daily need coverage for copper for potatoes, raw, skin is 35% higher.
- Potatoes, raw, skin has 2 times less vitamin C than potatoes. Potatoes have 19.7mg of vitamin C, while potatoes, raw, skin has 11.4mg.
Food types used in this article are Potatoes, flesh and skin, raw and Potatoes, raw, skin.
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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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +50% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -40% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +150% |
| Contains more IronIron | +300% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +284.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +16.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +201% |
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 | +72.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +285.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +24.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +18.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +13.3% |
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:
2.57 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
12.44 g
Water:
83.29 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +40.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +25.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +11.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +42.9% |
~equal in
Water
~83.29g
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
0.026 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.043 g
~equal in
Saturated fat
~0.026g
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~0.002g
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~0.043g
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.11mg | 0.423mg | 35% |
| Iron | 0.81mg | 3.24mg | 30% |
| Manganese | 0.2mg | 0.602mg | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 19.7mg | 11.4mg | 9% |
| Starch | 15.29g | 6% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.081mg | 0.021mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.298mg | 0.239mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 57mg | 38mg | 3% |
| Choline | 12.1mg | 2% | |
| Carbs | 17.49g | 12.44g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2µg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 12mg | 30mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 2.5g | 2% |
| Folate | 15µg | 17µg | 1% |
| Protein | 2.05g | 2.57g | 1% |
| Calories | 77kcal | 58kcal | 1% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 0.1g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 15.39g | 9.94g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 23mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 425mg | 413mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.82g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.3mg | 0.35mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 10mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0% | |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 0.3µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.032mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.061mg | 1.033mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.295mg | 0.302mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.025g | 0.026g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.002g | 0.002g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.042g | 0.043g | 0% |
| 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% |
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%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potatoes, raw, skin is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.82g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potatoes, raw, skin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 86)
Which food is cheaper?
Potatoes, raw, skin is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potatoes, raw, skin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.001g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)