Caramel popcorn vs. Tortilla chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between caramel popcorn and tortilla chips
- Caramel popcorn is richer in iron, copper, manganese, and vitamin B3, yet tortilla chips are richer in vitamin E, vitamin B12, vitamin K, phosphorus, and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for iron for caramel popcorn is 30% higher.
- Caramel popcorn contains 3 times more copper than tortilla chips. Caramel popcorn contains 0.297mg of copper, while tortilla chips contain 0.097mg.
- Caramel popcorn contains less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Snacks, popcorn, caramel-coated, with peanuts and Snacks, tortilla chips, plain, white corn, salted.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +95.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +157.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +206.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -46% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +96.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +60.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +11.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +77.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +12.8% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +80% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +137.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +315.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +174.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +29.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +435.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +12.1% |
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:
7.1 g
Fats:
20.68 g
Carbs:
67.78 g
Water:
2.64 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +19.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +25% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +10.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +165.1% |
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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
2.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.664 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.769 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -63% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +107.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +229.3% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.27g | 10.769g | 50% |
| Iron | 3.91mg | 1.52mg | 30% |
| Starch | 62.53g | 26% | |
| Copper | 0.297mg | 0.097mg | 22% |
| Fats | 7.8g | 20.68g | 20% |
| Vitamin E | 0.85mg | 3.53mg | 18% |
| Manganese | 0.764mg | 0.388mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.36µg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 127mg | 225mg | 14% |
| Vitamin K | 3.9µg | 20.9µg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 1.04g | 2.811g | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.73g | 5.664g | 7% |
| Sodium | 177mg | 328mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.051mg | 0.14mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.99mg | 0.838mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 5.4g | 6% |
| Potassium | 355mg | 182mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.126mg | 0.07mg | 4% |
| Calories | 400kcal | 472kcal | 4% |
| Carbs | 80.7g | 67.78g | 4% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 106mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 3.9µg | 4.4µg | 1% |
| Folate | 16µg | 12µg | 1% |
| Zinc | 1.24mg | 1.38mg | 1% |
| Protein | 6.4g | 7.1g | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.23mg | 0.297mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 80mg | 84mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 76.9g | 62.38g | N/A |
| Sugar | 45.36g | 0.78g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.185mg | 0.179mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.812g | N/A |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 19.4mg | 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% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.23g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 9.695g | N/A |
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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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24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tortilla chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 44.58g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caramel popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 151mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Caramel popcorn is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.771g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caramel popcorn is lower in glycemic index (difference - 84)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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