Caramel popcorn vs. Lo mein — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between caramel popcorn and lo mein
- Caramel popcorn has more iron, copper, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, fiber, vitamin B6, and zinc; however, lo mein is higher in selenium.
- Caramel popcorn covers your daily need for iron, 36% more than lo mein.
- Caramel popcorn has 6 times more magnesium than lo mein. While caramel popcorn has 80mg of magnesium, lo mein has only 14mg.
- Caramel popcorn has less sodium.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Snacks, popcorn, caramel-coated, with peanuts and Restaurant, Chinese, vegetable lo mein, without meat.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +471.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +214.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +238.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +265.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +364.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +244.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +182.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -58.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +218.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +200% |
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 EVitamin E | +183.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +145.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +172.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +94.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +125% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +17.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +225.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +75% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.4 g
Fats:
7.8 g
Carbs:
80.7 g
Water:
3.3 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
4.77 g
Fats:
2.35 g
Carbs:
20.16 g
Water:
71.33 g
Other:
1.39 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +34.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +231.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +300.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +29.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2061.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.27 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.464 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.592 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.291 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +361.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +153.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -55.4% |
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 | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 3.91mg | 1.07mg | 36% |
| Copper | 0.297mg | 0.064mg | 26% |
| Manganese | 0.764mg | 0.24mg | 23% |
| Carbs | 80.7g | 20.16g | 20% |
| Magnesium | 80mg | 14mg | 16% |
| Calories | 400kcal | 121kcal | 14% |
| Selenium | 3.9µg | 11.7µg | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.27g | 1.291g | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 127mg | 45mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 177mg | 430mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 1.3g | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.185mg | 0.068mg | 9% |
| Fats | 7.8g | 2.35g | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.24mg | 0.36mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 355mg | 105mg | 7% |
| Starch | 16.73g | 7% | |
| Vitamin K | 3.9µg | 12.7µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.99mg | 0.81mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.73g | 0.592g | 5% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 21mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.85mg | 0.3mg | 4% |
| Protein | 6.4g | 4.77g | 3% |
| Folate | 16µg | 28µg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.04g | 0.464g | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 8.9mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.23mg | 0.27mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 9µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 4IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 76.9g | 18.86g | N/A |
| Sugar | 45.36g | 2.63g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.051mg | 0.047mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.126mg | 0.124mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.231mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.227mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.641mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.199mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.112mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.32mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.303mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.182mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.141g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.134g | 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
14%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lo mein is lower in Sugar (difference - 42.73g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lo mein is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.576g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caramel popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 253mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caramel popcorn is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.