Arepa vs. Popcorn — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are arepa and popcorn different?
- Arepa is higher in selenium; however, popcorn is richer in fiber, manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, copper, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for fiber for popcorn is 48% higher.
- Popcorn has less sodium.
Restaurant, Latino, arepa (unleavened cornmeal bread) and Snacks, popcorn, air-popped are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +1171.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +433.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +273.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +206.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +773.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +285% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +206% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +859.5% |
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 AVitamin A | +510% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +191.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +48.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +97.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +159.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +152.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +46.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +381.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +18.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1430.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +136.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +109.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +59.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -78% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +134.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +118.2% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| 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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 2.6g | 14.5g | 48% |
| Manganese | 0.116mg | 1.113mg | 43% |
| Phosphorus | 117mg | 358mg | 34% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 144mg | 28% |
| Iron | 1.04mg | 3.19mg | 27% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.262mg | 26% |
| Starch | 54.4g | 22% | |
| Zinc | 0.8mg | 3.08mg | 21% |
| Protein | 5.48g | 12.94g | 15% |
| Carbs | 37.14g | 77.78g | 14% |
| Sodium | 270mg | 8mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 6.1µg | 0µg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.902g | 0.637g | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.888mg | 2.308mg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.989g | 2.318g | 9% |
| Calcium | 89mg | 7mg | 8% |
| Folate | 31µg | 8% | |
| Calories | 219kcal | 387kcal | 8% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 329mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 61µg | 10µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.202mg | 0.51mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.107mg | 0.157mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.042mg | 0.083mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.104mg | 3% |
| Choline | 4.4mg | 21.2mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 3.5µg | 1.2µg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.514g | 0.95g | 1% |
| Fats | 5.38g | 4.54g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 34.54g | 63.28g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.87g | 0.87g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 0.29mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.157g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.048mg | 0.085mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.193mg | 0.452mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.207mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.671mg | 1.473mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.228mg | 0.338mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.131mg | 0.252mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.276mg | 0.59mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.276mg | 0.607mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.166mg | 0.367mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.07g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.825g | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Popcorn is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 262mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Popcorn is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.265g)
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?
Arepa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0.87 g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)