Tempeh vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between tempeh and potato chips
- Tempeh has more manganese, copper, phosphorus, iron, and vitamin B2; however, potato chips are higher in vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, and selenium.
- Potato chips cover your daily saturated fat needs 42% more than tempeh.
- Potato chips contain 3 times less manganese than tempeh. Tempeh contains 1.3mg of manganese, while potato chips contain 0.44mg.
- Tempeh has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of potato chips is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Tempeh 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 | +20.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +362.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +65.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +83% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +61.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +195.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +209.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -11.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +81.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +114.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +45% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +44.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +207% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +87.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.29 g
Fats:
10.8 g
Carbs:
7.64 g
Water:
59.65 g
Other:
1.62 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +189.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3039.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +220.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +592.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +122.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.539 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.205 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.3 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 | -76.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +207% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +183% |
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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| Vitamin E | 9.11mg | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 12.17g | 52% |
| Saturated fat | 2.539g | 10.96g | 38% |
| Fats | 10.8g | 34.6g | 37% |
| Manganese | 1.3mg | 0.44mg | 37% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 31.1mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.66mg | 34% |
| Copper | 0.56mg | 0.306mg | 28% |
| Protein | 20.29g | 7g | 27% |
| Potassium | 412mg | 1275mg | 25% |
| Histidine | 0.466mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 4.8g | 19% | |
| Vitamin K | 22.1µg | 18% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.205g | 9.84g | 17% |
| Calories | 192kcal | 536kcal | 17% |
| Carbs | 7.64g | 52.9g | 15% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 8.1µg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 266mg | 165mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 1.63mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.358mg | 0.197mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 24mg | 9% |
| Choline | 37.5mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.64mg | 3.827mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.167mg | 7% |
| Folate | 24µg | 45µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 81mg | 67mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.278mg | 0.402mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 7.64g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.22g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 1.14mg | 1.09mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.194mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.796mg | 0.253mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.88mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.43mg | 0.419mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.908mg | 0.424mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.175mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.893mg | 0.31mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.92mg | 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
19%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
73%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.22g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tempeh is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.421g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food is cheaper?
Tempeh is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tempeh is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
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)