Yeast vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between yeast and potato chips?
- Yeast is richer in vitamin B1, folate, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, vitamin B3, fiber, phosphorus, vitamin B6, and zinc, yet potato chips are richer in vitamin E.
- Yeast's daily need coverage for vitamin B1 is 902% higher.
- Yeast has 52 times more folate than potato chips. Yeast has 2340µg of folate, while potato chips have 45µg.
We used Leavening agents, yeast, baker's, active dry and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted 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 CalciumCalcium | +25% |
| Contains more IronIron | +33.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +42.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +628.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +286.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +24.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +33.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -84.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +41% |
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 | +6480.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1930.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +950.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +3258.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +127.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +5100% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +10266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +5425% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +17.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
40.44 g
Fats:
7.61 g
Carbs:
41.22 g
Water:
5.08 g
Other:
5.65 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +477.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +167.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +56.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +354.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +28.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.001 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.309 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.017 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.17 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -90.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +128.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +71488.2% |
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 | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B1 | 10.99mg | 0.167mg | 902% |
| Folate | 2340µg | 45µg | 574% |
| Vitamin B2 | 4mg | 0.197mg | 293% |
| Vitamin B5 | 13.5mg | 0.402mg | 262% |
| Vitamin B3 | 40.2mg | 3.827mg | 227% |
| Fiber | 26.9g | 4.8g | 88% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.017g | 12.17g | 81% |
| Protein | 40.44g | 7g | 67% |
| Phosphorus | 637mg | 165mg | 67% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.5mg | 0.66mg | 65% |
| Zinc | 7.94mg | 1.09mg | 62% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 9.11mg | 61% |
| Saturated fat | 1.001g | 10.96g | 45% |
| Fats | 7.61g | 34.6g | 42% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 31.1mg | 34% |
| Histidine | 0.91mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Vitamin K | 0.4µg | 22.1µg | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.309g | 9.84g | 14% |
| Copper | 0.436mg | 0.306mg | 14% |
| Calories | 325kcal | 536kcal | 11% |
| Potassium | 955mg | 1275mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2.17mg | 1.63mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.312mg | 0.44mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 41.22g | 52.9g | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 54mg | 67mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 51mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Choline | 32mg | 37.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 14.32g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Selenium | 7.9µg | 8.1µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.54mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.99mg | 0.253mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.89mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.92mg | 0.419mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 3.28mg | 0.424mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.59mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.75mg | 0.31mg | 0% |
| Valine | 2.31mg | 0.392mg | 0% |
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
566%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
94%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Yeast is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.22g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Yeast is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.959g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yeast is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is cheaper?
Yeast is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 43mg)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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