Tomato paste vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between tomato paste and potato chips?
- Tomato paste is higher in vitamin A and iron, yet potato chips are higher in vitamin B6, vitamin E, phosphorus, vitamin C, vitamin B1, vitamin K, and folate.
- Potato chips' daily need coverage for saturated fat is 54% more.
- The amount of saturated fat in tomato paste is lower.
- The glycemic index of tomato paste is lower.
We used Tomato products, canned, paste, without salt added and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted types 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 | +50% |
| Contains more IronIron | +82.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +19.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +59.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +25.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +73% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +98.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +45.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +52.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +42% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +111.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +178.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +28.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +24.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +183.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +205.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +93.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +275% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.32 g
Fats:
0.47 g
Carbs:
18.91 g
Water:
73.5 g
Other:
2.8 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +3768.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +62% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +7261.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +179.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +28.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.1 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.067 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.16 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 | -99.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +14586.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +7506.3% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.16g | 12.17g | 80% |
| Fats | 0.47g | 34.6g | 53% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1g | 10.96g | 49% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.216mg | 0.66mg | 34% |
| Vitamin E | 4.3mg | 9.11mg | 32% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.067g | 9.84g | 24% |
| Calories | 82kcal | 536kcal | 23% |
| Histidine | 0.071mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Iron | 2.98mg | 1.63mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 83mg | 165mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 18.91g | 52.9g | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 21.9mg | 31.1mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 11.4µg | 22.1µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.06mg | 0.167mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 1014mg | 1275mg | 8% |
| Folate | 12µg | 45µg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 76µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Fructose | 5.85g | 7% | |
| Copper | 0.365mg | 0.306mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 42mg | 67mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.302mg | 0.44mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 5.3µg | 8.1µg | 5% |
| Protein | 4.32g | 7g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.142mg | 0.402mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.076mg | 3.827mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.63mg | 1.09mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.153mg | 0.197mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 4.8g | 3% |
| Sodium | 59mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 14.81g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 12.18g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Starch | 0.22g | 0% | |
| Choline | 38.5mg | 37.5mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.031mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.133mg | 0.253mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.089mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.124mg | 0.419mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0.424mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.027mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.13mg | 0.31mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.088mg | 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
31%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tomato paste is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.86g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tomato paste is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is cheaper?
Tomato paste is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 11.96g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 51mg)
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.