Tortilla chips vs. Plantain chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between tortilla chips and plantain chips
- Tortilla chips have more phosphorus, vitamin B12, and calcium; however, plantain chips are higher in vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, vitamin B5, copper, and vitamin E.
- Plantain chips cover your daily need for vitamin C, 36% more than tortilla chips.
- Tortilla chips have less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of tortilla chips is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Snacks, tortilla chips, plain, white corn, salted and Snacks, plantain chips, 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +18.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1077.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +56.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +273% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +188.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +40.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1000% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +331.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +104.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -38.4% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +115.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +75% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +42.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +270.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +157% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +36.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +191.7% |
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:
2.28 g
Fats:
29.59 g
Carbs:
63.84 g
Water:
2.09 g
Other:
2.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +211.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +26.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +43.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +22.2% |
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Carbs
~63.84g
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
8.337 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.632 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
11.739 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -66.3% |
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Monounsaturated fat
~5.632g
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Polyunsaturated fat
~11.739g
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:
50.8 g
Sucrose:
0.92 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +23.1% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +17.9% |
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Glucose
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Fructose
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Lactose
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Maltose
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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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 32.1mg | 36% |
| Saturated fat | 2.811g | 8.337g | 25% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.179mg | 0.46mg | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 225mg | 78mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 182mg | 786mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | 1.1mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.36µg | 0µg | 15% |
| Fats | 20.68g | 29.59g | 14% |
| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.198mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 9mg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 3.53mg | 5.04mg | 10% |
| Protein | 7.1g | 2.28g | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.38mg | 0.37mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 5.4g | 3.5g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 69µg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.52mg | 0.97mg | 7% |
| Selenium | 4.4µg | 0.4µg | 7% |
| Folate | 12µg | 35µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.14mg | 0.065mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 20.9µg | 28.6µg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 10.769g | 11.739g | 6% |
| Starch | 62.53g | 50.8g | 5% |
| Sodium | 328mg | 202mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.388mg | 0.276mg | 5% |
| Choline | 19.4mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Calories | 472kcal | 531kcal | 3% |
| Magnesium | 84mg | 71mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.04mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 67.78g | 63.84g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 62.38g | 60.34g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.78g | 0.92g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.838mg | 0.802mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.812g | 0.185g | N/A |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.664g | 5.632g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.028g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.23g | 0.078g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 9.695g | 11.48g | 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%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tortilla chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.14g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tortilla chips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.526g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tortilla chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Plantain chips contains less Sodium (difference - 126mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Plantain chips is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.