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Potato wedges vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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A recap on differences between potato wedges and fish sandwiches

  • Potato wedges have more vitamin B6, vitamin C, and potassium; however, fish sandwiches are higher in vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B1, and vitamin B2.
  • Fish sandwiches cover your daily vitamin B12 needs 28% more than potato wedges.
  • Fish sandwiches contain 6 times less vitamin C than potato wedges. Potato wedges contain 11.2mg of vitamin C, while fish sandwiches contain 1.8mg.
  • Potato wedges have less saturated fat.

Food varieties used in this article are USDA Commodity, Potato wedges, frozen and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce.

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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 18% 11% 18% 56% 25% 13% 50% 79% 34% 98%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +91.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -91.9%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +31.6%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +146.7%
Contains more IronIron +114.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +32.4%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +33.3%

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 6% 2% 11% 3% 53% 32% 40% 22% 16% 85% 34% 35% 16%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +522.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +400%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +110%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +250%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +39.6%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%

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
10% 12% 27% 48% 2%
Protein: 10.29 g
Fats: 12.45 g
Carbs: 26.69 g
Water: 48.44 g
Other: 2.13 g
Contains more WaterWater +41%
Contains more ProteinProtein +281.1%
Contains more FatsFats +465.9%
Contains more OtherOther +63.8%
~equal in Carbs ~26.69g

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
18% 24% 58%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 6.257 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -71.8%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +78.8%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +6034.3%

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 Fish sandwich
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Potato wedges Fish sandwich DV% diff.
Polyunsaturated fat 0.102g 6.257g 41%
Selenium 18µg 33%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.68µg 28%
Sodium 49mg 602mg 24%
Vitamin B6 0.35mg 0.07mg 22%
Fats 2.2g 12.45g 16%
Protein 2.7g 10.29g 15%
Folate 46µg 12%
Cholesterol 0mg 35mg 12%
Manganese 0.264mg 11%
Vitamin K 13.6µg 11%
Iron 0.7mg 1.5mg 10%
Vitamin C 11.2mg 1.8mg 10%
Vitamin B1 0.1mg 0.21mg 9%
Vitamin B2 0.04mg 0.14mg 8%
Copper 0.075mg 8%
Vitamin B5 0.37mg 7%
Calories 123kcal 257kcal 7%
Potassium 394mg 206mg 6%
Saturated fat 0.55g 1.949g 6%
Choline 28.9mg 5%
Vitamin E 0.55mg 4%
Phosphorus 87mg 116mg 4%
Fiber 2g 1g 4%
Vitamin B3 1.54mg 2.15mg 4%
Monounsaturated fat 1.451g 2.595g 3%
Fructose 1.47g 2%
Calcium 15mg 37mg 2%
Vitamin A 0µg 6µg 1%
Vitamin D 0IU 9IU 1%
Magnesium 19mg 25mg 1%
Zinc 0.37mg 0.49mg 1%
Vitamin D 0µg 0.2µg 1%
Carbs 25.5g 26.69g 0%
Net carbs 23.5g 25.69g N/A
Sugar 0.3g 3.53g N/A
Trans fat 0g 0.08g N/A
Omega-3 - EPA 0.029g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.064g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.489g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.003g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.023g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.005g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 5.561g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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

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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
27%
Fish sandwich
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
13%
Potato wedges
40%
Fish sandwich

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato wedges
Potato wedges is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato wedges
Potato wedges is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.23g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato wedges
Potato wedges contains less Sodium (difference - 553mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato wedges
Potato wedges is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.399g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato wedges
Potato wedges is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
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. Fish sandwich - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170296/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.