Scrambled egg vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are scrambled egg and potato chips different?
- Scrambled egg is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, choline, and vitamin B2; however, potato chips are richer in vitamin E, vitamin B6, potassium, vitamin C, and copper.
- Daily need coverage for cholesterol for scrambled egg is 142% higher.
- Potato chips have less cholesterol.
- Scrambled egg has a lower glycemic index (0) than potato chips (56).
Fast foods, egg, scrambled and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted are the varieties used 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 CalciumCalcium | +137.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +58.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +52.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +46.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +177.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +378.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +767.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +356.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +923.3% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +164% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +133.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +381.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +842.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +849% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +108.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1722.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +247.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +145.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +55.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.84 g
Fats:
16.18 g
Carbs:
2.08 g
Water:
66.7 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +97.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3410.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +113.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2443.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +200% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.153 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.889 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.969 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 | -43.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +67.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +518.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 426mg | 0mg | 142% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.969g | 12.17g | 68% |
| Vitamin E | 0.96mg | 9.11mg | 54% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.01µg | 0µg | 42% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.19mg | 0.66mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 147mg | 1275mg | 33% |
| Vitamin C | 3.3mg | 31.1mg | 31% |
| Fats | 16.18g | 34.6g | 28% |
| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.306mg | 27% |
| Selenium | 22.5µg | 8.1µg | 26% |
| Choline | 180.6mg | 37.5mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.52mg | 0.197mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 3.827mg | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 6.153g | 10.96g | 22% |
| Histidine | 0.325mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 176µg | 0µg | 20% |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.8g | 19% |
| Carbs | 2.08g | 52.9g | 17% |
| Manganese | 0.043mg | 0.44mg | 17% |
| Calories | 212kcal | 536kcal | 16% |
| Protein | 13.84g | 7g | 14% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 67mg | 13% |
| Iron | 2.59mg | 1.63mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 242mg | 165mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.94mg | 0.402mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 9µg | 22.1µg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.889g | 9.84g | 10% |
| Sodium | 187mg | 8mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.167mg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 1.1µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 46IU | 0IU | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.66mg | 1.09mg | 5% |
| Folate | 29µg | 45µg | 4% |
| Calcium | 57mg | 24mg | 3% |
| Net carbs | 2.08g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.64g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.212mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.657mg | 0.253mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.836mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.185mg | 0.419mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.913mg | 0.424mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.427mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.75mg | 0.31mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.96mg | 0.392mg | 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
48%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Scrambled egg is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.807g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Scrambled egg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is cheaper?
Scrambled egg is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 426mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.42g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 179mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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