Coffee vs. Corn syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are coffee and corn syrup different?
- Coffee has more vitamin B2; however, corn syrup is richer in copper and selenium.
- Coffee has 8 times more vitamin B2 than corn syrup. Coffee has 0.076mg of vitamin B2, while corn syrup has 0.009mg.
- Coffee contains less sodium.
- Corn syrup has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of corn syrup is 90, while the glycemic index of coffee is 0.
Beverages, coffee, brewed, prepared with tap water and Syrups, corn, dark types were used in this article.
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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 | +11.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +166.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +800% |
| Contains more IronIron | +3600% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2550% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +266.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +334.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +27.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +744.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +855% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1004.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +800% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +411.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0.02 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
99.39 g
Other:
0.47 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 | +351.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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 vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Carbs | 0g | 77.59g | 26% |
| Calories | 1kcal | 286kcal | 14% |
| Caffeine | 40mg | 0mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 155mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.002mg | 0.053mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.076mg | 0.009mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.01mg | 0.37mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.254mg | 0.023mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 2.9µg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.023mg | 0.1mg | 3% |
| Choline | 2.6mg | 13.3mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 18mg | 2% |
| Folate | 2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.001mg | 0.009mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.191mg | 0.02mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 3mg | 11mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 3mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.12g | 0g | 0% |
| Fats | 0.02g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 77.59g | N/A |
| Potassium | 49mg | 44mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 77.59g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.02mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.014mg | 0.011mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.002g | 0g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.015g | 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.001g | 0g | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.001mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.002mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.005mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.001mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.003mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.003mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.002mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Corn syrup is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.002g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Coffee is lower in Sugar (difference - 77.59g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Coffee contains less Sodium (difference - 153mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Coffee is lower in glycemic index (difference - 90)
Which food is cheaper?
Coffee is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Coffee is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)