Caramel popcorn vs. Potato sticks — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between caramel popcorn and potato sticks
- Caramel popcorn has more iron and manganese; however, potato sticks are higher in vitamin E, vitamin C, potassium, vitamin B3, vitamin K, and vitamin B6.
- Potato sticks cover your daily need for vitamin E, 55% more than caramel popcorn.
- Caramel popcorn has 2 times more manganese than potato sticks. While caramel popcorn has 0.764mg of manganese, potato sticks have only 0.423mg.
- Caramel popcorn has less sodium.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Snacks, popcorn, caramel-coated, with peanuts and Snacks, potato sticks.
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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 | +25% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +266.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +72.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +25.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -72% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +80.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +248.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +35.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +107.7% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +971.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +88.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +140.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +75.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +73% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +466.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +150% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +101.7% |
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:
6.7 g
Fats:
34.4 g
Carbs:
53.3 g
Water:
2.2 g
Other:
3.4 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +51.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +50% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +341% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +88.9% |
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Protein
~6.7g
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
8.88 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.16 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
17.9 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -88.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +125.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +447.4% |
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 minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.27g | 17.9g | 98% |
| Vitamin E | 0.85mg | 9.11mg | 55% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 47.3mg | 53% |
| Fats | 7.8g | 34.4g | 41% |
| Saturated fat | 1.04g | 8.88g | 36% |
| Potassium | 355mg | 1237mg | 26% |
| Iron | 3.91mg | 2.27mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 177mg | 633mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.99mg | 4.785mg | 17% |
| Vitamin K | 3.9µg | 22.1µg | 15% |
| Manganese | 0.764mg | 0.423mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.185mg | 0.32mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.73g | 6.16g | 9% |
| Carbs | 80.7g | 53.3g | 9% |
| Selenium | 3.9µg | 8.1µg | 8% |
| Folate | 16µg | 40µg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 127mg | 172mg | 6% |
| Calories | 400kcal | 522kcal | 6% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 18mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.051mg | 0.096mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 80mg | 64mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.23mg | 0.403mg | 3% |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 34.9mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.24mg | 0.99mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.297mg | 0.315mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 3.4g | 2% |
| Protein | 6.4g | 6.7g | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.126mg | 0.116mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 76.9g | 49.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 45.36g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 0µg | 0% |
| 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% |
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%
53%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato sticks is lower in Sugar (difference - 45.14g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato sticks is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caramel popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 456mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Caramel popcorn is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.84g)
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 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.