Tamarind vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between tamarind and potato chips
- Tamarind has more vitamin B1 and iron, while potato chips have more vitamin E, vitamin B6, vitamin C, copper, potassium, vitamin K, and selenium.
- Potato chips cover your daily need for vitamin E, 60% more than tamarind.
- Tamarind contains 3 times more vitamin B1 than potato chips. While tamarind contains 0.428mg of vitamin B1, potato chips contain only 0.167mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in tamarind is lower.
- Tamarind has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of tamarind is 23, while the glycemic index of potato chips is 56.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Tamarinds, raw 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +37.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +208.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +71.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +103% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +255.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +990% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +46% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -71.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +523.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +156.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +788.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +9010% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +29.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +97.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +181.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +689.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +221.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +336% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.8 g
Fats:
0.6 g
Carbs:
62.5 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
2.7 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1552.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +150% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5666.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +33.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.272 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.181 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.059 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 | -97.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5336.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +20527.1% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.059g | 12.17g | 81% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 9.11mg | 60% |
| Fats | 0.6g | 34.6g | 52% |
| Saturated fat | 0.272g | 10.96g | 49% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.066mg | 0.66mg | 46% |
| Vitamin C | 3.5mg | 31.1mg | 31% |
| Copper | 0.086mg | 0.306mg | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.181g | 9.84g | 24% |
| Histidine | 153mg | 22% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.428mg | 0.167mg | 22% |
| Manganese | 0.44mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 628mg | 1275mg | 19% |
| Vitamin K | 2.8µg | 22.1µg | 16% |
| Calories | 239kcal | 536kcal | 15% |
| Iron | 2.8mg | 1.63mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 1.3µg | 8.1µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.938mg | 3.827mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 1.09mg | 9% |
| Protein | 2.8g | 7g | 8% |
| Folate | 14µg | 45µg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 113mg | 165mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 92mg | 67mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 74mg | 24mg | 5% |
| Choline | 8.6mg | 37.5mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.143mg | 0.402mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.152mg | 0.197mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 62.5g | 52.9g | 3% |
| Fiber | 5.1g | 4.8g | 1% |
| Sodium | 28mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 57.4g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 38.8g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.018mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.253mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.283mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.419mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.139mg | 0.424mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.014mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.31mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.392mg | 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
18%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tamarind is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.688g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tamarind is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.58g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 20mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato chips is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips 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 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.