Salami vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between salami and potato chips
- Salami has more vitamin B12, selenium, manganese, and zinc; however, potato chips are richer in vitamin E, vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.
- Salami covers your daily sodium needs 75% more than potato chips.
- Potato chips contain less cholesterol.
- Potato chips have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of potato chips is 56, while the glycemic index of salami is 28.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Salami, cooked, beef and pork and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted.
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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 | +16.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +168.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +122.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +286.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +252.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +60% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +303.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.5% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +119.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +81.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +58.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +198.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +149.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +4040.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +43.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +590.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1400% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
21.85 g
Fats:
25.9 g
Carbs:
2.4 g
Water:
45.19 g
Other:
4.66 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +212.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2278.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +29.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +33.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2104.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.316 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.127 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.529 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.17 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -15% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +13.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +381.2% |
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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| Sodium | 1740mg | 8mg | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.529g | 12.17g | 64% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.52µg | 0µg | 63% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 9.11mg | 59% |
| Selenium | 31.3µg | 8.1µg | 42% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 31.1mg | 35% |
| Protein | 21.85g | 7g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 0mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 316mg | 1275mg | 28% |
| Manganese | 0.978mg | 0.44mg | 23% |
| Histidine | 0.359mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.8g | 19% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.367mg | 0.167mg | 17% |
| Carbs | 2.4g | 52.9g | 17% |
| Zinc | 2.93mg | 1.09mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.201mg | 0.402mg | 16% |
| Vitamin K | 3.2µg | 22.1µg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.459mg | 0.66mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.053mg | 3.827mg | 14% |
| Fats | 25.9g | 34.6g | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.357mg | 0.197mg | 12% |
| Folate | 3µg | 45µg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 67mg | 11% |
| Choline | 93.5mg | 37.5mg | 10% |
| Calories | 336kcal | 536kcal | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 9.316g | 10.96g | 7% |
| Copper | 0.357mg | 0.306mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 1µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 41IU | 0IU | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 191mg | 165mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.127g | 9.84g | 3% |
| Iron | 1.56mg | 1.63mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2.4g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.96g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.586g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.114mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.521mg | 0.253mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.675mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.929mg | 0.419mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.107mg | 0.424mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.301mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.481mg | 0.31mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.668mg | 0.392mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.126g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.084g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.104g | N/A |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
91%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Salami is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.644g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salami is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 89mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.74g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 1732mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato chips is cheaper (difference - $0.7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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