Potato sticks vs. Trail mix — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between potato sticks and trail mix
- Potato sticks are richer in vitamin C and potassium, yet trail mix is richer in copper, vitamin B1, manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for copper for trail mix is 74% higher.
- Potato sticks contain 34 times more vitamin C than trail mix. Potato sticks contain 47.3mg of vitamin C, while trail mix contains 1.4mg.
- Trail mix contains less sodium.
Food types used in this article are Snacks, potato sticks and Snacks, trail mix, regular.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +80.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +146.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +333.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +34.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +212.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +225.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +100.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -63.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +144.4% |
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 | +3278.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +381.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +70.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +122.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +77.5% |
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:
13.8 g
Fats:
29.4 g
Carbs:
44.9 g
Water:
9.2 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +17% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +25.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +106% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +318.2% |
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
5.55 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
12.53 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.65 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +85.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -37.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +103.4% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.315mg | 0.985mg | 74% |
| Vitamin E | 9.11mg | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 17.9g | 9.65g | 55% |
| Vitamin C | 47.3mg | 1.4mg | 51% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.096mg | 0.462mg | 31% |
| Manganese | 0.423mg | 1.034mg | 27% |
| Phosphorus | 172mg | 345mg | 25% |
| Magnesium | 64mg | 158mg | 22% |
| Zinc | 0.99mg | 3.22mg | 20% |
| Vitamin K | 22.1µg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 633mg | 229mg | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.16g | 12.53g | 16% |
| Potassium | 1237mg | 685mg | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 8.88g | 5.55g | 15% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 15% | |
| Fiber | 3.4g | 14% | |
| Protein | 6.7g | 13.8g | 14% |
| Iron | 2.27mg | 3.05mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.403mg | 0.895mg | 10% |
| Fats | 34.4g | 29.4g | 8% |
| Folate | 40µg | 71µg | 8% |
| Choline | 34.9mg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 18mg | 78mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.116mg | 0.198mg | 6% |
| Calories | 522kcal | 462kcal | 3% |
| Carbs | 53.3g | 44.9g | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.32mg | 0.298mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 49.9g | 44.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.22g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.785mg | 4.712mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.166mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.482mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.515mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.89mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.515mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.202mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.658mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.658mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.357mg | 0% |
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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%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%
104%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Trail mix is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.22g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Trail mix contains less Sodium (difference - 404mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Trail mix is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.33g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Trail mix is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
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 ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.