Barley vs. Corn grain — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between barley and corn grain
- The amount of vitamin B6, vitamin B1, magnesium, copper, phosphorus, iron, fiber, zinc, selenium, and vitamin B2 in corn grain is higher than in barley.
- Corn grain covers your daily vitamin B6 needs 39% more than barley.
- Corn grain has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of corn grain is 52, while the glycemic index of barley is 28.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Barley, pearled, cooked and Corn grain, yellow.
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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 | +57.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +477.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +208.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +103.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +199% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +169.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +288.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +87.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +80.2% |
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 KVitamin K | +166.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +4800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +363.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +224.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +75.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +214.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +440.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +18.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.26 g
Fats:
0.44 g
Carbs:
28.22 g
Water:
68.8 g
Other:
0.28 g
Protein:
9.42 g
Fats:
4.74 g
Carbs:
74.26 g
Water:
10.37 g
Other:
1.21 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +563.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +316.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +977.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +163.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +332.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.093 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.057 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.214 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.667 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.251 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.163 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -86.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2094.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +910.7% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.115mg | 0.622mg | 39% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.083mg | 0.385mg | 25% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 127mg | 25% |
| Copper | 0.105mg | 0.314mg | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 54mg | 210mg | 22% |
| Iron | 1.33mg | 2.71mg | 17% |
| Carbs | 28.22g | 74.26g | 15% |
| Protein | 2.26g | 9.42g | 14% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 7.3g | 14% |
| Zinc | 0.82mg | 2.21mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.214g | 2.163g | 13% |
| Selenium | 8.6µg | 15.5µg | 13% |
| Calories | 123kcal | 365kcal | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.062mg | 0.201mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.259mg | 0.485mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.063mg | 3.627mg | 10% |
| Fats | 0.44g | 4.74g | 7% |
| Potassium | 93mg | 287mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.135mg | 0.424mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.057g | 1.251g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0.49mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.093g | 0.667g | 3% |
| Choline | 13.4mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 11µg | 1% |
| Folate | 16µg | 19µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 35mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 24.42g | 66.96g | N/A |
| Calcium | 11mg | 7mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.28g | 0.64g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 0.8µg | 0.3µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.038mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.077mg | 0.354mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.083mg | 0.337mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.154mg | 1.155mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.084mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.043mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.127mg | 0.463mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.111mg | 0.477mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.051mg | 0.287mg | 0% |
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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
10%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Corn grain is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Corn grain is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Corn grain is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Barley is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Barley contains less Sodium (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Barley is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.574g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Barley is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)