Rice cakes vs. Potato sticks — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between rice cakes and potato sticks?
- Rice cakes are higher in manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin B3, vitamin B5, and selenium, yet potato sticks are higher in vitamin C and potassium.
- Rice cakes' daily need coverage for manganese is 250% more.
- Rice cakes have 3 times more vitamin B5 than potato sticks. While rice cakes have 1.16mg of vitamin B5, potato sticks have only 0.403mg.
- The amount of sodium in rice cakes is lower.
We used Snacks, rice cakes, brown rice, buckwheat and Snacks, potato sticks types in this article.
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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 | +135.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +20.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +152.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +120.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1361% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +102.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +63.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +313.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +99.1% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +69.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +187.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +71.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +12.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +146.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +90.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9 g
Fats:
3.5 g
Carbs:
80.1 g
Water:
5.9 g
Other:
1.5 g
Protein:
6.7 g
Fats:
34.4 g
Carbs:
53.3 g
Water:
2.2 g
Other:
3.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +34.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +50.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +168.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +882.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +126.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.64 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.11 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.11 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 | -92.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +455% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1512.6% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 6.18mg | 0.423mg | 250% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.11g | 17.9g | 112% |
| Vitamin E | 9.11mg | 61% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 47.3mg | 53% |
| Fats | 3.5g | 34.4g | 48% |
| Saturated fat | 0.64g | 8.88g | 37% |
| Phosphorus | 380mg | 172mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 299mg | 1237mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 116mg | 633mg | 22% |
| Magnesium | 151mg | 64mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.096mg | 4.785mg | 21% |
| Vitamin K | 22.1µg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.32mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 16.4µg | 8.1µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.16mg | 0.403mg | 15% |
| Zinc | 2.5mg | 0.99mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1.14mg | 2.27mg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.11g | 6.16g | 13% |
| Carbs | 80.1g | 53.3g | 9% |
| Calories | 380kcal | 522kcal | 7% |
| Copper | 0.38mg | 0.315mg | 7% |
| Choline | 34.9mg | 6% | |
| Folate | 21µg | 40µg | 5% |
| Protein | 9g | 6.7g | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.056mg | 0.096mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 3.4g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.103mg | 0.116mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 76.3g | 49.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.22g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.125mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.34mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.358mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.638mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.414mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.152mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.399mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.489mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.218mg | 0% |
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
23%
53%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
145%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Rice cakes is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.22g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Rice cakes contains less Sodium (difference - 517mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Rice cakes is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.24g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato sticks 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 ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.