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Yolk vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between yolk and potato chips?

  • Yolk is richer in choline, selenium, vitamin B12, vitamin B5, vitamin D, and phosphorus, yet potato chips are richer in vitamin E, vitamin C, and potassium.
  • Yolk's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 362% higher.
  • Potato chips contain less cholesterol.
  • Yolk has a lower glycemic index than potato chips.

We used Egg, yolk, raw, fresh 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.
Yolk
5
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 3.6% 39% 9.6% 102% 26% 63% 167% 6.3% 7.2% 305%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 48% 7.2% 113% 61% 102% 30% 71% 1% 57% 44%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +437.5%
Contains more IronIron +67.5%
Contains more ZincZinc +111%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +136.4%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +591.4%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +1240%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1069.7%
Contains more CopperCopper +297.4%
Contains less SodiumSodium -83.3%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +700%

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.
Yolk
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 127% 52% 81% 44% 122% 0.45% 179% 81% 244% 1.8% 110% 447%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 104% 0% 182% 0% 42% 45% 72% 24% 152% 0% 55% 34% 20%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +168%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +643.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +224.4%
Contains more CholineCholine +2087.2%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +253.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +15845.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +88.6%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +3057.1%
~equal in Vitamin B1 ~0.167mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Yolk
2
16% 27% 4% 52% 2%
Protein: 15.86 g
Fats: 26.54 g
Carbs: 3.59 g
Water: 52.31 g
Other: 1.7 g
7% 35% 53% 2% 4%
Protein: 7 g
Fats: 34.6 g
Carbs: 52.9 g
Water: 1.9 g
Other: 3.6 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +126.6%
Contains more WaterWater +2653.2%
Contains more FatsFats +30.4%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1373.5%
Contains more OtherOther +111.8%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Yolk
2
37% 46% 16%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 9.551 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 11.738 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.204 g
33% 30% 37%
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 -12.9%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +19.3%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +189.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Yolk Potato chips
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Yolk Potato chips DV% diff.
Cholesterol 1085mg 0mg 362%
Choline 820.2mg 37.5mg 142%
Selenium 56µg 8.1µg 87%
Vitamin B12 1.95µg 0µg 81%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.204g 12.17g 53%
Vitamin B5 2.99mg 0.402mg 52%
Vitamin E 2.58mg 9.11mg 44%
Vitamin A 381µg 0µg 42%
Vitamin C 0mg 31.1mg 35%
Potassium 109mg 1275mg 34%
Phosphorus 390mg 165mg 32%
Vitamin D 218IU 0IU 27%
Vitamin D 5.4µg 0µg 27%
Copper 0.077mg 0.306mg 25%
Folate 146µg 45µg 25%
Vitamin B2 0.528mg 0.197mg 25%
Vitamin B6 0.35mg 0.66mg 24%
Vitamin B3 0.024mg 3.827mg 24%
Histidine 0.416mg 153mg 22%
Fiber 0g 4.8g 19%
Vitamin K 0.7µg 22.1µg 18%
Protein 15.86g 7g 18%
Manganese 0.055mg 0.44mg 17%
Carbs 3.59g 52.9g 16%
Magnesium 5mg 67mg 15%
Iron 2.73mg 1.63mg 14%
Fats 26.54g 34.6g 12%
Calories 322kcal 536kcal 11%
Zinc 2.3mg 1.09mg 11%
Calcium 129mg 24mg 11%
Saturated fat 9.551g 10.96g 6%
Monounsaturated fat 11.738g 9.84g 5%
Sodium 48mg 8mg 2%
Vitamin B1 0.176mg 0.167mg 1%
Net carbs 3.59g 48.1g N/A
Sugar 0.56g 0.22g N/A
Tryptophan 0.177mg 0.108mg 0%
Threonine 0.687mg 0.253mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.866mg 0.283mg 0%
Leucine 1.399mg 0.419mg 0%
Lysine 1.217mg 0.424mg 0%
Methionine 0.378mg 0.11mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.681mg 0.31mg 0%
Valine 0.949mg 0.392mg 0%
Fructose 0.07g 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.011g 0g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.114g 0g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Yolk Potato chips
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
114%
Yolk
56%
Potato chips
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
73%
Yolk
53%
Potato chips

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Yolk
Yolk is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.409g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yolk
Yolk is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is cheaper?
Yolk
Yolk is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato chips
Potato chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1085mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.34g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 40mg)
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.
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Yolk - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172184/nutrients
  2. Potato chips - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170649/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.