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Potato wedges vs. Roast beef sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between potato wedges and roast beef sandwich

  • Potato wedges are higher in vitamin C and vitamin B6; however, roast beef sandwich is richer in vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, zinc, and phosphorus.
  • Roast beef sandwich's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 40% higher.
  • Potato wedges have less saturated fat.

The food types used in this comparison are USDA Commodity, Potato wedges, frozen and Fast foods, roast beef sandwich, plain.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 14% 4.5% 35% 26% 0% 10% 37% 6.4% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 16% 17% 20% 99% 36% 62% 86% 85% 31% 99%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +75.9%
Contains less SodiumSodium -92.5%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +21.1%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +266.7%
Contains more IronIron +277.1%
Contains more ZincZinc +513.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +129.9%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 37% 0% 0% 0% 25% 9.2% 29% 0% 81% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0.67% 8.6% 0% 54% 66% 81% 0% 50% 120% 7% 38% 18%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +62.8%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +117%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +617.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +182%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
3% 2% 26% 68%
Protein: 2.7 g
Fats: 2.2 g
Carbs: 25.5 g
Water: 68.3 g
Other: 1.3 g
15% 10% 22% 50% 2%
Protein: 15.17 g
Fats: 10.3 g
Carbs: 22.21 g
Water: 49.91 g
Other: 2.41 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +14.8%
Contains more WaterWater +36.8%
Contains more ProteinProtein +461.9%
Contains more FatsFats +368.2%
Contains more OtherOther +85.4%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
26% 69% 5%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.55 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.451 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.102 g
37% 44% 19%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.399 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 3.987 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.762 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -83.8%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +174.8%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1627.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Potato wedges Roast beef sandwich
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index Equal
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Potato wedges Roast beef sandwich DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.96µg 40%
Selenium 18.2µg 33%
Sodium 49mg 653mg 26%
Protein 2.7g 15.17g 25%
Iron 0.7mg 2.64mg 24%
Vitamin B2 0.04mg 0.287mg 19%
Vitamin B3 1.54mg 4.343mg 18%
Zinc 0.37mg 2.27mg 17%
Phosphorus 87mg 200mg 16%
Saturated fat 0.55g 3.399g 13%
Folate 51µg 13%
Vitamin C 11.2mg 0mg 12%
Fats 2.2g 10.3g 12%
Copper 0.109mg 12%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.102g 1.762g 11%
Vitamin B1 0.1mg 0.217mg 10%
Manganese 0.234mg 10%
Vitamin B6 0.35mg 0.215mg 10%
Cholesterol 0mg 30mg 10%
Starch 17.65g 7%
Choline 32.4mg 6%
Monounsaturated fat 1.451g 3.987g 6%
Calories 123kcal 244kcal 6%
Potassium 394mg 224mg 5%
Calcium 15mg 55mg 4%
Vitamin E 0.43mg 3%
Fiber 2g 1.3g 3%
Fructose 1.5g 2%
Vitamin K 2.8µg 2%
Magnesium 19mg 23mg 1%
Carbs 25.5g 22.21g 1%
Net carbs 23.5g 20.91g N/A
Vitamin D 0IU 1IU 0%
Sugar 0.3g 3.84g N/A
Vitamin A 0µg 2µg 0%
Trans fat 0g 0.389g N/A
Omega-3 - EPA 0.005g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.152g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.008g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.007g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.01g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 1.465g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Potato wedges Roast beef sandwich
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet Equal

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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
14%
Potato wedges
34%
Roast beef sandwich
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
13%
Potato wedges
55%
Roast beef sandwich

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Roast beef sandwich
Roast beef sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Roast beef sandwich
Roast beef sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato wedges
Potato wedges is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato wedges
Potato wedges is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.54g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato wedges
Potato wedges contains less Sodium (difference - 604mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato wedges
Potato wedges is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.849g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Potato wedges - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168443/nutrients
  2. Roast beef sandwich - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170695/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.