Trail mix vs. Tortilla chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between trail mix and tortilla chips
- Trail mix is higher in copper, manganese, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, and potassium, yet tortilla chips are higher in vitamin B12.
- Trail mix covers your daily copper needs 99% more than tortilla chips.
- Trail mix contains 6 times more vitamin B3 than tortilla chips. While trail mix contains 4.712mg of vitamin B3, tortilla chips contain only 0.838mg.
- The glycemic index of trail mix is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Snacks, trail mix, regular and Snacks, tortilla chips, plain, white corn, 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 | +88.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +276.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +100.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +915.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +133.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +53.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -30.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +166.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +35.9% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +230% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +182.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +462.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +201.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +66.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +491.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.8 g
Fats:
29.4 g
Carbs:
44.9 g
Water:
9.2 g
Other:
2.7 g
Protein:
7.1 g
Fats:
20.68 g
Carbs:
67.78 g
Water:
2.64 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +94.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +42.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +248.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +51% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.55 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
12.53 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.65 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.664 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.769 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +121.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -49.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +11.6% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.985mg | 0.097mg | 99% |
| Manganese | 1.034mg | 0.388mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.462mg | 0.14mg | 27% |
| Starch | 62.53g | 26% | |
| Vitamin E | 3.53mg | 24% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.712mg | 0.838mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 5.4g | 22% | |
| Iron | 3.05mg | 1.52mg | 19% |
| Magnesium | 158mg | 84mg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 345mg | 225mg | 17% |
| Vitamin K | 20.9µg | 17% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 12.53g | 5.664g | 17% |
| Zinc | 3.22mg | 1.38mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.36µg | 15% |
| Folate | 71µg | 12µg | 15% |
| Potassium | 685mg | 182mg | 15% |
| Protein | 13.8g | 7.1g | 13% |
| Fats | 29.4g | 20.68g | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.895mg | 0.297mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 5.55g | 2.811g | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.198mg | 0.07mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.298mg | 0.179mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 4.4µg | 8% | |
| Carbs | 44.9g | 67.78g | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 9.65g | 10.769g | 7% |
| Choline | 19.4mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 229mg | 328mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 106mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.4mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Calories | 462kcal | 472kcal | 1% |
| Net carbs | 44.9g | 62.38g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.78g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.812g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.166mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.482mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.515mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.89mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.515mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.202mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.658mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.658mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.357mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.23g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 9.695g | N/A |
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
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24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
104%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Trail mix is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.78g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Trail mix contains less Sodium (difference - 99mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Trail mix is lower in glycemic index (difference - 69)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Trail mix is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tortilla chips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.739g)
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.