Potato sticks vs. Pretzels — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Potato sticks and Pretzels?
- Potato sticks are higher in Vitamin C, Potassium, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, and Iron, yet Pretzels are higher in Manganese, and Folate.
- Pretzels' daily need coverage for Manganese is 59% more.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Pretzels are lower.
We used Snacks, potato sticks and Snacks, pretzels, hard, plain, made with unenriched flour, salted types in this article.
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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 | +82.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +747.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +35.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +19.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +16.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +52.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -63.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +39.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +322.9% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +16% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +149.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +39.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +175.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +87.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +107.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.7 g
Fats:
34.4 g
Carbs:
53.3 g
Water:
2.2 g
Other:
3.4 g
Protein:
9.1 g
Fats:
3.5 g
Carbs:
79.2 g
Water:
3.3 g
Other:
4.9 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +882.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +35.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +48.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +50% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +44.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
8.88 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.16 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
17.9 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.75 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.22 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +352.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1367.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -91.6% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 522kcal | 381kcal |
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| Protein | 6.7g | 9.1g |
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| Fats | 34.4g | 3.5g |
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| Vitamin C | 47.3mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 49.9g | 76.4g |
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| Carbs | 53.3g | 79.2g |
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| Magnesium | 64mg | 35mg |
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| Calcium | 18mg | 36mg |
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| Potassium | 1237mg | 146mg |
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| Iron | 2.27mg | 1.67mg |
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| Sugar | 0.22g |
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| Fiber | 3.4g | 2.8g |
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| Copper | 0.315mg | 0.264mg |
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| Zinc | 0.99mg | 0.85mg |
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| Phosphorus | 172mg | 113mg |
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| Sodium | 633mg | 1715mg |
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| Vitamin E | 9.11mg |
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| Manganese | 0.423mg | 1.789mg |
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| Selenium | 8.1µg | 5.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.096mg | 0.18mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.116mg | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.785mg | 1.92mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.403mg | 0.288mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.32mg | 0.116mg |
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| Vitamin K | 22.1µg |
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| Folate | 40µg | 83µg |
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| Choline | 34.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 8.88g | 0.75g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.16g | 1.36g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 17.9g | 1.22g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.109mg |
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| Threonine | 0.259mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.345mg |
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| Leucine | 0.636mg |
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| Lysine | 0.221mg |
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| Methionine | 0.164mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.453mg |
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| Valine | 0.392mg |
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| Histidine | 0.201mg |
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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
53%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%
76%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pretzels is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.22g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pretzels is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 8.13g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato sticks contains less Sodium (difference - 1082mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 83)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato sticks is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato sticks is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)