Coconut vs. Corn syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between coconut and corn syrup
- Corn syrup has less manganese, copper, fiber, iron, phosphorus, selenium, zinc, potassium, and folate than coconut.
- Coconut covers your daily need for saturated fat, 148% more than corn syrup.
- Corn syrup has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of corn syrup is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Nuts, coconut meat, raw and Syrups, corn, dark.
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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 | +300% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +709.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +556.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +720.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2650% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +927.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1400% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +248.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +28.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +122.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1204.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.33 g
Fats:
33.49 g
Carbs:
15.23 g
Water:
46.99 g
Other:
0.96 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
77.59 g
Water:
22.01 g
Other:
0.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +113.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +140% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +409.5% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 29.698g | 0g | 135% |
| Manganese | 1.5mg | 0.1mg | 61% |
| Fats | 33.49g | 0g | 52% |
| Copper | 0.435mg | 0.053mg | 42% |
| Fiber | 9g | 0g | 36% |
| Iron | 2.43mg | 0.37mg | 26% |
| Carbs | 15.23g | 77.59g | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 113mg | 11mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 10.1µg | 2.9µg | 13% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.04mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 356mg | 44mg | 9% |
| Protein | 3.33g | 0g | 7% |
| Folate | 26µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.3mg | 0.023mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 8mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 20mg | 155mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.066mg | 0.011mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.425g | 0g | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3.3mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.054mg | 0.009mg | 3% |
| Calories | 354kcal | 286kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.54mg | 0.02mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.24mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.366g | 0g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.02mg | 0.009mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 6.23g | 77.59g | N/A |
| Calcium | 14mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 6.23g | 77.59g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Choline | 12.1mg | 13.3mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.039mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.121mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.131mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.247mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.147mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.062mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.169mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.202mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.077mg | 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
8%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%
10%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 29.698g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Coconut is lower in Sugar (difference - 71.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Coconut contains less Sodium (difference - 135mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Coconut is lower in glycemic index (difference - 31)
Which food is cheaper?
Coconut is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Coconut is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Coconut is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)