Tortilla chips vs. Arepa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between tortilla chips and arepa
- Tortilla chips have more vitamin E, phosphorus, vitamin B12, vitamin K, magnesium, manganese, fiber, copper, and iron, while arepa has more vitamin A.
- Tortilla chips' daily need coverage for vitamin E is 22% higher.
- Arepa has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of arepa is 55, while the glycemic index of tortilla chips is 84.
The food types used in this comparison are Snacks, tortilla chips, plain, white corn, salted and Restaurant, Latino, arepa (unleavened cornmeal bread).
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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 | +211.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +19.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +106.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +46.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +223.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +72.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +92.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +234.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -17.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +38.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +1117.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +47% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +67.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +497.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +340.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.1 g
Fats:
20.68 g
Carbs:
67.78 g
Water:
2.64 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
5.48 g
Fats:
5.38 g
Carbs:
37.14 g
Water:
50.8 g
Other:
1.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +29.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +284.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +82.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1824.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.664 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.769 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.902 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.514 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.989 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +274.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +988.9% |
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Saturated fat
~2.902g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
62.53 g
Sucrose:
0.78 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.33 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.41 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +136.4% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Galactose
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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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 10.769g | 0.989g | 65% |
| Starch | 62.53g | 26% | |
| Fats | 20.68g | 5.38g | 24% |
| Vitamin E | 3.53mg | 0.29mg | 22% |
| Vitamin K | 20.9µg | 3.5µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.36µg | 0µg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 225mg | 117mg | 15% |
| Magnesium | 84mg | 27mg | 14% |
| Calories | 472kcal | 219kcal | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.388mg | 0.116mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 5.4g | 2.6g | 11% |
| Carbs | 67.78g | 37.14g | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.664g | 1.514g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 61µg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.03mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.14mg | 0.07mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.179mg | 0.107mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.52mg | 1.04mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.38mg | 0.8mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 328mg | 270mg | 3% |
| Choline | 19.4mg | 4.4mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 4.4µg | 6.1µg | 3% |
| Protein | 7.1g | 5.48g | 3% |
| Potassium | 182mg | 88mg | 3% |
| Folate | 12µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.042mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | 0.202mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 89mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 62.38g | 34.54g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.78g | 0.87g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.838mg | 0.888mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.812g | 0.157g | N/A |
| Saturated fat | 2.811g | 2.902g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.048mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.193mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.207mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.671mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.228mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.131mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.276mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.276mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.166mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.23g | 0.065g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 9.695g | 0.825g | 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
24%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tortilla chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tortilla chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.09g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tortilla chips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.091g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tortilla chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tortilla chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arepa contains less Sodium (difference - 58mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Arepa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 29)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)