Red potato vs. Russet potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between red potato and russet potatoes
- Red potato is richer in copper, yet russet potatoes are richer in vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B6 for russet potatoes is 11% higher.
- Red potato contains 2 times more copper than russet potatoes. Red potato contains 0.174mg of copper, while russet potatoes contain 0.107mg.
Food types used in this article are Potatoes, red, flesh and skin, baked and Potatoes, Russet, flesh and skin, baked.
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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 CopperCopper | +62.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +14.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
| Contains more IronIron | +52.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +31.8% |
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 | +51.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +14.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +18.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +40% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +26% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +11.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +67% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.3 g
Fats:
0.15 g
Carbs:
19.59 g
Water:
76.67 g
Other:
1.29 g
Protein:
2.63 g
Fats:
0.13 g
Carbs:
21.44 g
Water:
74.45 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +15.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +14.3% |
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Carbs
~21.44g
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Water
~74.45g
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Other
~1.35g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.026 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.043 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.032 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.003 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.054 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -18.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +50% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +25.6% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
15.15 g
Sucrose:
0.45 g
Glucose:
0.55 g
Fructose:
0.44 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
17.45 g
Sucrose:
0.39 g
Glucose:
0.37 g
Fructose:
0.32 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +15.4% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +48.6% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +37.5% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +15.2% |
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Lactose
~0g
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Maltose
~0g
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Galactose
~0g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 0.354mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.174mg | 0.107mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 12.6mg | 8.3mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 1.07mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.173mg | 0.228mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.595mg | 1.348mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 2.3g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.341mg | 0.38mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 19.59g | 21.44g | 1% |
| Choline | 18.9mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Protein | 2.3g | 2.63g | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.5µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.8µg | 2µg | 1% |
| Starch | 15.15g | 17.45g | 1% |
| Calories | 89kcal | 97kcal | 0% |
| Fats | 0.15g | 0.13g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 17.79g | 19.14g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 30mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 545mg | 550mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.43g | 1.08g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.4mg | 0.35mg | 0% |
| Phosphorus | 72mg | 71mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 12mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.072mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.048mg | 0% |
| Folate | 27µg | 26µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.026g | 0.032g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.002g | 0.003g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.043g | 0.054g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.023mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.075mg | 0.086mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.074mg | 0.085mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.109mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.12mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.035mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.091mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.115mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.039mg | 0.044mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.44g | 0.32g | 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
16%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
22%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Russet potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.35g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Russet potato is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Russet potato is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Red potato contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Red potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.006g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Red potato is relatively richer in vitamins
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 ($)