Potatoes, au gratin, dry mix, unprepared vs. Mashed potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between potatoes, au gratin, dry mix, unprepared and mashed potato
- Mashed potato has less phosphorus, calcium, copper, manganese, potassium, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, vitamin C, and selenium than potatoes, au gratin, dry mix, unprepared.
- Potatoes, au gratin, dry mix, unprepared covers your daily need for sodium, 78% more than mashed potato.
- Mashed potato has less sodium.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Potatoes, au gratin, dry mix, unprepared and Fast foods, potato, mashed.
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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 | +326.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1627.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +246.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +425.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +585.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +309.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +584.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +502% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1150% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.4% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +25.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +366.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1586.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +276.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +25% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +344.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.9 g
Fats:
3.7 g
Carbs:
74.31 g
Water:
4.97 g
Other:
8.12 g
Protein:
1.65 g
Fats:
2.82 g
Carbs:
14.65 g
Water:
79.62 g
Other:
1.26 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +439.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +31.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +407.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +544.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1502% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.323 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.055 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.121 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.577 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.72 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.342 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +46.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -75.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1009.1% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 2095mg | 306mg | 78% |
| Phosphorus | 404mg | 59mg | 49% |
| Calcium | 311mg | 18mg | 29% |
| Copper | 0.24mg | 0.035mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 990mg | 286mg | 21% |
| Manganese | 0.59mg | 0.098mg | 21% |
| Carbs | 74.31g | 14.65g | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.063mg | 1.08mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.92mg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.253mg | 0.015mg | 18% |
| Selenium | 10µg | 0.8µg | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 15.5mg | 0mg | 17% |
| Iron | 1.63mg | 0.31mg | 17% |
| Protein | 8.9g | 1.65g | 15% |
| Magnesium | 64mg | 15mg | 12% |
| Calories | 314kcal | 89kcal | 11% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 1.3g | 11% |
| Folate | 40µg | 9µg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.121g | 1.342g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.323g | 0.577g | 8% |
| Zinc | 0.9mg | 0.22mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 5% | |
| Starch | 12.1g | 5% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.015mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.07µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15mg | 0.12mg | 2% |
| Choline | 13.4mg | 2% | |
| Fats | 3.7g | 2.82g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 54µg | 43µg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.055g | 0.72g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 70.21g | 13.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.5g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.105g | N/A | |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.174g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.146g | N/A |
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
26%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
97%
15%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potatoes, au gratin, dry mix, unprepared is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potatoes, au gratin, dry mix, unprepared is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.5g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potatoes, au gratin, dry mix, unprepared is lower in glycemic index (difference - 87)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potatoes, au gratin, dry mix, unprepared is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potatoes, au gratin, dry mix, unprepared is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mashed potato contains less Sodium (difference - 1789mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mashed potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.746g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)