Tortilla chips vs. Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between tortilla chips and prawn crackers (Shrimp chips)?
- Tortilla chips are richer in vitamin B12, calcium, and vitamin K, yet prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) are richer in manganese, selenium, copper, vitamin B3, and vitamin B1.
- Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips)' daily need coverage for manganese is 76% higher.
- Tortilla chips have 18 times more vitamin B12 than prawn crackers (Shrimp chips). Tortilla chips have 0.36µg of vitamin B12, while prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) have 0.02µg.
- Tortilla chips contain less sodium.
We used Snacks, tortilla chips, plain, white corn, salted and Snacks, shrimp cracker types in this comparison.
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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 | +16.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +430% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +17.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -42.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +25.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +127.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +451.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +652.3% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +1700% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +63.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +88.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +30% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +214% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +20.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +91.7% |
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:
7.14 g
Fats:
17.86 g
Carbs:
59.09 g
Water:
13.6 g
Other:
2.31 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +15.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +14.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +415.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +28.3% |
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Protein
~7.14g
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
5.357 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.997 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.971 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -47.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +171.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +41.2% |
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:
30.36 g
Sucrose:
21.4 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0.02 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +106% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +2643.6% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.388mg | 2.14mg | 76% |
| Selenium | 4.4µg | 33.1µg | 52% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 10.769g | 3.971g | 45% |
| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.221mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.36µg | 0.02µg | 14% |
| Starch | 62.53g | 30.36g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.811g | 5.357g | 12% |
| Sodium | 328mg | 571mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.838mg | 2.631mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.14mg | 0.264mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 20mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 20.9µg | 12.8µg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.664g | 7.997g | 6% |
| Iron | 1.52mg | 1.91mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 225mg | 191mg | 5% |
| Fats | 20.68g | 17.86g | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.179mg | 0.216mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 84mg | 72mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 67.78g | 59.09g | 3% |
| Folate | 12µg | 23µg | 3% |
| Calories | 472kcal | 426kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.091mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 3.53mg | 3.28mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 5.4g | 5.6g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Protein | 7.1g | 7.14g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 62.38g | 53.49g | N/A |
| Potassium | 182mg | 193mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.78g | 21.43g | N/A |
| Zinc | 1.38mg | 1.38mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | 0.321mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.812g | 0.066g | N/A |
| Choline | 19.4mg | 17.6mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.094mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.2mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.242mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.489mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.208mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.126mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.367mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.306mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.192mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.02g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.23g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0g | 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%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
87%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tortilla chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tortilla chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 20.65g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tortilla chips contains less Sodium (difference - 243mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tortilla chips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.546g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) is relatively richer in minerals
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.