Cheese popcorn vs. Corn chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Cheese popcorn and Corn chips
- Cheese popcorn has more Phosphorus, Fiber, Vitamin B12, Manganese, Iron, Vitamin B2, and Selenium, while Corn chips has more Vitamin E .
- Cheese popcorn covers your daily need of Phosphorus 24% more than Corn chips.
- The amount of Sodium in Corn chips are lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Snacks, popcorn, cheese-flavor and Snacks, corn-based, extruded, chips, plain.
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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 | +26.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +81.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +86.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +38.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +55.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +86.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +114.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +57.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +22.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -42.2% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +102.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +163.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +209% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +72.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +142.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +40.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +30.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +37.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +26.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +89.3% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.3 g
Fats:
33.2 g
Carbs:
51.6 g
Water:
2.5 g
Other:
3.4 g
Protein:
6.17 g
Fats:
33.36 g
Carbs:
56.9 g
Water:
1.07 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +50.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +133.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +36% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +10.3% |
~equal in
Fats
~33.36g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
6.41 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
9.7 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
15.37 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.331 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
9.134 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
16.438 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -32.4% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~9.134g
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~16.438g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 526kcal | 538kcal |
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| Protein | 9.3g | 6.17g |
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| Fats | 33.2g | 33.36g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 41.7g | 52.9g |
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| Carbs | 51.6g | 56.9g |
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| Cholesterol | 11mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 91mg | 72mg |
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| Calcium | 113mg | 138mg |
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| Potassium | 261mg | 144mg |
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| Iron | 2.24mg | 1.2mg |
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| Sugar | 0.79g | 0.27g |
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| Fiber | 9.9g | 4g |
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| Copper | 0.14mg | 0.101mg |
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| Zinc | 2.01mg | 1.29mg |
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| Starch | 51.36g |
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| Phosphorus | 361mg | 194mg |
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| Sodium | 889mg | 514mg |
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| Vitamin A | 140IU | 69IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 8µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 3.82mg | 7.23mg |
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| Manganese | 0.713mg | 0.333mg |
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| Selenium | 12µg | 7.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.124mg | 0.047mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.241mg | 0.078mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.453mg | 0.842mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.461mg | 0.19mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.235mg | 0.167mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.53µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.2µg | 6.3µg |
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| Folate | 11µg | 8µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.088g |
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| Choline | 15.3mg | 12.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 6.41g | 4.331g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 9.7g | 9.134g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 15.37g | 16.438g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.094mg | 0.046mg |
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| Threonine | 0.417mg | 0.246mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.402mg | 0.235mg |
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| Leucine | 1.024mg | 0.803mg |
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| Lysine | 0.443mg | 0.185mg |
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| Methionine | 0.191mg | 0.137mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.405mg | 0.322mg |
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| Valine | 0.489mg | 0.331mg |
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| Histidine | 0.252mg | 0.2mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.264g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.013g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 16.036g |
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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
30%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
74%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.52g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn chips contains less Sodium (difference - 375mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Corn chips is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.079g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese popcorn is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheese popcorn is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheese popcorn is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)