Cheese popcorn vs. Corn grits — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Cheese popcorn and Corn grits
- Cheese popcorn has more Phosphorus, Fiber, Manganese, Vitamin E, Magnesium, Zinc, and Vitamin B6, while Corn grits has more Iron.
- Corn grits covers your daily need of Iron 56% more than Cheese popcorn.
- Cheese popcorn contains 382 times more Vitamin E than Corn grits. While Cheese popcorn contains 3.82mg of Vitamin E, Corn grits contains only 0.01mg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Corn grits is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Snacks, popcorn, cheese-flavor and Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, plain, prepared (microwaved or boiling water added), without salt.
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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 | +1416.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +76.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +866.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2133.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2478.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1355.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +199.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -74.5% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +38100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +78.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +786.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +739.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +488.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +15.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +15.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +145.5% |
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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:
1.58 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
15.95 g
Water:
81.22 g
Other:
0.76 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +488.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +6675.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +223.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +347.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3148.8% |
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
0.076 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.081 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.191 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +11875.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +7947.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -98.8% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 526kcal | 74kcal |
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| Protein | 9.3g | 1.58g |
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| Fats | 33.2g | 0.49g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 41.7g | 14.85g |
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| Carbs | 51.6g | 15.95g |
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| Cholesterol | 11mg |
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| Magnesium | 91mg | 6mg |
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| Calcium | 113mg | 64mg |
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| Potassium | 261mg | 27mg |
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| Iron | 2.24mg | 6.71mg |
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| Sugar | 0.79g | 0.1g |
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| Fiber | 9.9g | 1.1g |
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| Copper | 0.14mg | 0mg |
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| Zinc | 2.01mg | 0.09mg |
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| Starch | 15.39g |
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| Phosphorus | 361mg | 14mg |
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| Sodium | 889mg | 227mg |
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| Vitamin A | 140IU |
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| Vitamin A | 8µg |
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| Vitamin E | 3.82mg | 0.01mg |
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| Manganese | 0.713mg | 0.049mg |
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| Selenium | 12µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.124mg | 0.143mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.241mg | 0.135mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.453mg | 1.672mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.461mg | 0.052mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.235mg | 0.028mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.53µg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.2µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 11µg | 27µg |
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| Choline | 15.3mg | 2.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 6.41g | 0.076g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 9.7g | 0.081g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 15.37g | 0.191g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.094mg | 0.011mg |
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| Threonine | 0.417mg | 0.052mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.402mg | 0.058mg |
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| Leucine | 1.024mg | 0.228mg |
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| Lysine | 0.443mg | 0.031mg |
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| Methionine | 0.191mg | 0.029mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.405mg | 0.087mg |
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| Valine | 0.489mg | 0.077mg |
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| Histidine | 0.252mg | 0.048mg |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn grits is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn grits is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.69g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn grits contains less Sodium (difference - 662mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Corn grits is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.334g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese popcorn is lower in glycemic index (difference - 80)
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 ($)