Popcorn vs. Penne — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between Popcorn and Penne
- Popcorn has more Fiber, Phosphorus, Iron, Magnesium, Zinc, Potassium, and Polyunsaturated fat, however, Penne is richer in Calcium.
- Popcorn covers your daily Fiber needs 47% more than Penne.
- Penne has 6 times less Polyunsaturated fat than Popcorn. Popcorn has 2.318g of Polyunsaturated fat, while Penne has 0.4g.
- Popcorn contains less Saturated Fat.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Snacks, popcorn, air-popped and KASHI Three Cheese Penne, frozen, unprepared.
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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.
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Iron
+298.8%
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Magnesium
+380%
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Phosphorus
+203.4%
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Potassium
+169.7%
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Sodium
-96.8%
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Zinc
+180%
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Calcium
+1171.4%
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Iron
+298.8%
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Magnesium
+380%
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Phosphorus
+203.4%
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Potassium
+169.7%
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-96.8%
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Zinc
+180%
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Calcium
+1171.4%
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.
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+127%
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Fats
+13.5%
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Carbs
+363%
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Other
+29.1%
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Water
+2080.7%
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+127%
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+13.5%
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+363%
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+29.1%
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+2080.7%
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Saturated Fat
-72.3%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+479.5%
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Saturated Fat
-72.3%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+479.5%
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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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 63.28g | 14.1g |
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| Protein | 12.94g | 5.7g |
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| Fats | 4.54g | 4g |
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| Carbs | 77.78g | 16.8g |
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| Calories | 387kcal | 126kcal |
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| Starch | 54.4g |
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| Fructose | 0.07g |
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| Sugar | 0.87g | 1.9g |
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| Fiber | 14.5g | 2.7g |
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| Calcium | 7mg | 89mg |
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| Iron | 3.19mg | 0.8mg |
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| Magnesium | 144mg | 30mg |
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| Phosphorus | 358mg | 118mg |
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| Potassium | 329mg | 122mg |
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| Sodium | 8mg | 248mg |
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| Zinc | 3.08mg | 1.1mg |
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| Copper | 0.262mg |
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| Manganese | 1.113mg |
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| Vitamin A | 196IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 10µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.29mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.104mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.083mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.308mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.51mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.157mg |
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| Folate | 31µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.2µg |
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| Tryptophan | 0.085mg |
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| Threonine | 0.452mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.431mg |
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| Leucine | 1.473mg |
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| Lysine | 0.338mg |
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| Methionine | 0.252mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.59mg |
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| Valine | 0.607mg |
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| Histidine | 0.367mg |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 12mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.2g |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.637g | 2.3g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.95g | 1g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.318g | 0.4g |
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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
17%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
72%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Popcorn is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 240mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Popcorn is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Popcorn is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.663g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Popcorn is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Popcorn is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Penne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)