Tortilla chips vs. Potato sticks — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between tortilla chips and potato sticks
- Tortilla chips have more vitamin B12, while potato sticks have more vitamin C, vitamin E, potassium, vitamin B3, copper, vitamin B6, and iron.
- Potato sticks' daily need coverage for vitamin C is 53% higher.
- The amount of sodium in tortilla chips is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Snacks, tortilla chips, plain, white corn, salted and Snacks, potato sticks.
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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 | +31.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +488.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +39.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -48.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +579.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +49.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +224.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +84.1% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +45.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +158.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +65.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +471% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +35.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +78.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +233.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +79.9% |
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:
6.7 g
Fats:
34.4 g
Carbs:
53.3 g
Water:
2.2 g
Other:
3.4 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +27.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +20% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +66.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +88.9% |
~equal in
Protein
~6.7g
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
8.88 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.16 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
17.9 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -68.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +66.2% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~6.16g
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 47.3mg | 53% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 10.769g | 17.9g | 48% |
| Vitamin E | 3.53mg | 9.11mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 182mg | 1237mg | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 2.811g | 8.88g | 28% |
| Starch | 62.53g | 26% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.838mg | 4.785mg | 25% |
| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.315mg | 24% |
| Fats | 20.68g | 34.4g | 21% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.36µg | 0µg | 15% |
| Sodium | 328mg | 633mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.179mg | 0.32mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.52mg | 2.27mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 18mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 5.4g | 3.4g | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 225mg | 172mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 4.4µg | 8.1µg | 7% |
| Folate | 12µg | 40µg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 84mg | 64mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 67.78g | 53.3g | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.38mg | 0.99mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.14mg | 0.096mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.116mg | 4% |
| Choline | 19.4mg | 34.9mg | 3% |
| Calories | 472kcal | 522kcal | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.388mg | 0.423mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | 0.403mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 20.9µg | 22.1µg | 1% |
| Protein | 7.1g | 6.7g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.664g | 6.16g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 62.38g | 49.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.78g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.812g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.23g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 9.695g | 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%
53%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tortilla chips contains less Sodium (difference - 305mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tortilla chips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.069g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato sticks is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.56g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 84)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato sticks 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 cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.