Pupusas vs. Potato sticks — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between pupusas and potato sticks
- Pupusas have more selenium and vitamin B12; however, potato sticks are higher in vitamin E, vitamin C, potassium, copper, vitamin K, iron, and vitamin B3.
- Potato sticks cover your daily vitamin E needs 58% more than pupusas.
- Pupusas have less saturated fat.
Food varieties used in this article are Restaurant, Latino, pupusas del cerdo (pupusas, pork) and Snacks, potato sticks.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +172.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +63.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -32.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +119.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +68.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +385.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +124.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +384.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +166% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +58.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +47200% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2502.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +15.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +101.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +39.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1909.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +900% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.51 g
Fats:
10.43 g
Carbs:
23.02 g
Water:
53.12 g
Other:
1.92 g
Protein:
6.7 g
Fats:
34.4 g
Carbs:
53.3 g
Water:
2.2 g
Other:
3.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +71.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2314.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +229.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +131.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +77.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.166 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.964 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.205 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.88 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.16 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
17.9 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -64.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +55.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +711.8% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.205g | 17.9g | 105% |
| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 9.11mg | 58% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 47.3mg | 52% |
| Fats | 10.43g | 34.4g | 37% |
| Potassium | 255mg | 1237mg | 29% |
| Copper | 0.065mg | 0.315mg | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 3.166g | 8.88g | 26% |
| Selenium | 17.8µg | 8.1µg | 18% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 22.1µg | 18% |
| Iron | 1.01mg | 2.27mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.373mg | 4.785mg | 15% |
| Calories | 232kcal | 522kcal | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.28µg | 0µg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.159mg | 0.423mg | 11% |
| Protein | 11.51g | 6.7g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 0mg | 10% |
| Carbs | 23.02g | 53.3g | 10% |
| Folate | 4µg | 40µg | 9% |
| Sodium | 426mg | 633mg | 9% |
| Starch | 18.98g | 8% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.23mg | 0.32mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 38mg | 64mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.62mg | 0.99mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.964g | 6.16g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.64mg | 0.403mg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0.7µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 28IU | 0IU | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.6g | 3.4g | 3% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 18mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.087mg | 0.116mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 162mg | 172mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.083mg | 0.096mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Choline | 38.4mg | 34.9mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 20.42g | 49.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.45g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.083g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.121mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.46mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.456mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.976mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.784mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.463mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.531mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.354mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.087g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.045g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.95g | 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
20%
53%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
41%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pupusas contains less Sodium (difference - 207mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pupusas is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.714g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato sticks is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato sticks is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.23g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato sticks is relatively richer in minerals
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 ($)
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.