Scrambled egg vs. Tortilla chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between scrambled egg and tortilla chips
- Scrambled egg is richer in vitamin B2, selenium, choline, vitamin B12, and vitamin A, yet tortilla chips are richer in fiber, vitamin E, and magnesium.
- Daily need coverage for cholesterol for scrambled egg is 142% higher.
- Tortilla chips contain less cholesterol.
- Scrambled egg has a lower glycemic index than tortilla chips.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, egg, scrambled and Snacks, tortilla chips, plain, white corn, salted.
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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 IronIron | +70.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +20.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -43% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +411.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +500% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +86% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +23.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +44.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +802.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +642.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +216.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +180.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +141.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +830.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +267.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +75% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +299% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +132.2% |
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:
7.1 g
Fats:
20.68 g
Carbs:
67.78 g
Water:
2.64 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +94.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2426.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +27.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +3158.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50% |
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
2.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.664 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.769 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -54.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +446.9% |
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Monounsaturated fat
~5.664g
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 426mg | 0mg | 142% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.969g | 10.769g | 59% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.52mg | 0.07mg | 35% |
| Selenium | 22.5µg | 4.4µg | 33% |
| Choline | 180.6mg | 19.4mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.01µg | 0.36µg | 27% |
| Starch | 62.53g | 26% | |
| Carbs | 2.08g | 67.78g | 22% |
| Fiber | 0g | 5.4g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 176µg | 0µg | 20% |
| Vitamin E | 0.96mg | 3.53mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 84mg | 17% |
| Manganese | 0.043mg | 0.388mg | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 6.153g | 2.811g | 15% |
| Protein | 13.84g | 7.1g | 13% |
| Calories | 212kcal | 472kcal | 13% |
| Iron | 2.59mg | 1.52mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.94mg | 0.297mg | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 9µg | 20.9µg | 10% |
| Fats | 16.18g | 20.68g | 7% |
| Sodium | 187mg | 328mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 46IU | 0IU | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 1.1µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.14mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 57mg | 106mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 3.3mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Folate | 29µg | 12µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 0.838mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.097mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.66mg | 1.38mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 242mg | 225mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 147mg | 182mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.889g | 5.664g | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.19mg | 0.179mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2.08g | 62.38g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.64g | 0.78g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.812g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.212mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.657mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.836mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.185mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.913mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.427mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.75mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.96mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.325mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.23g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 9.695g | 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
48%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tortilla chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 426mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tortilla chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.86g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tortilla chips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.342g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Scrambled egg contains less Sodium (difference - 141mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Scrambled egg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 84)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Scrambled egg is relatively richer in vitamins
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.