Potato salad vs. Pupusas — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Potato salad and Pupusas
- Potato salad has more Vitamin C, and Copper, however, Pupusas has more Selenium, Phosphorus, Zinc, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B3, and Vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for Selenium from Pupusas is 25% higher.
- Pupusas have 100 times less Vitamin C than Potato salad. Potato salad has 10mg of Vitamin C, while Pupusas have 0.1mg.
- Pupusas are lower in Cholesterol.
Food types used in this article are Potato salad, home-prepared and Restaurant, Latino, pupusas del cerdo (pupusas, pork).
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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 CopperCopper | +81.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +153.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +157.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +55.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +422.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +211.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -19.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +57.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +334.1% |
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 | +9900% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +86.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +75% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +45% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +166.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +19.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +63.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.68 g
Fats:
8.2 g
Carbs:
11.17 g
Water:
76 g
Other:
1.95 g
Protein:
11.51 g
Fats:
10.43 g
Carbs:
23.02 g
Water:
53.12 g
Other:
1.92 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +43.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +329.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +27.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +106.1% |
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Other
~1.92g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.429 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.48 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.737 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.166 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.964 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.205 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -54.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +69.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +59.8% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 143kcal | 232kcal |
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| Protein | 2.68g | 11.51g |
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| Fats | 8.2g | 10.43g |
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| Vitamin C | 10mg | 0.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 9.87g | 20.42g |
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| Carbs | 11.17g | 23.02g |
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| Cholesterol | 68mg | 29mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 28IU |
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| Magnesium | 15mg | 38mg |
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| Calcium | 19mg | 49mg |
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| Potassium | 254mg | 255mg |
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| Iron | 0.65mg | 1.01mg |
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| Sugar | 1.45g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g | 2.6g |
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| Copper | 0.118mg | 0.065mg |
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| Zinc | 0.31mg | 1.62mg |
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| Starch | 18.98g |
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| Phosphorus | 52mg | 162mg |
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| Sodium | 529mg | 426mg |
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| Vitamin A | 157IU | 84IU |
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| Vitamin A | 32µg | 10µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.35mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.7µg |
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| Manganese | 0.101mg | 0.159mg |
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| Selenium | 4.1µg | 17.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.077mg | 0.083mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.087mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.89mg | 2.373mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.534mg | 0.64mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.141mg | 0.23mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.28µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.1µg |
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| Folate | 7µg | 4µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.083g |
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| Choline | 38.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.429g | 3.166g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.48g | 3.964g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.737g | 2.205g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0.121mg |
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| Threonine | 0.116mg | 0.46mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.141mg | 0.456mg |
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| Leucine | 0.202mg | 0.976mg |
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| Lysine | 0.171mg | 0.784mg |
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| Methionine | 0.066mg | 0.268mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.135mg | 0.463mg |
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| Valine | 0.172mg | 0.531mg |
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| Histidine | 0.062mg | 0.354mg |
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| Fructose | 0.33g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.087g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.045g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.95g |
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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
12%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pupusas is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 39mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pupusas contains less Sodium (difference - 103mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pupusas is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pupusas is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pupusas is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.45g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Potato salad is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.737g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)