Corn chips vs. Caramel popcorn — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between corn chips and caramel popcorn
- Corn chips have more vitamin E, phosphorus, calcium, and selenium, while caramel popcorn has more iron, copper, manganese, and vitamin B3.
- Corn chips' daily need coverage for vitamin E is 43% higher.
- Caramel popcorn contains 4 times less saturated fat than corn chips. Corn chips contain 4.331g of saturated fat, while caramel popcorn contains 1.04g.
The food types used in this comparison are Snacks, corn-based, extruded, chips, plain and Snacks, popcorn, caramel-coated, with peanuts.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +109.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +52.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +94.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +11.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +146.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +225.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +194.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -65.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +129.4% |
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 | +750.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +61.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +61.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +136.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +21.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +10.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +43% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.17 g
Fats:
33.36 g
Carbs:
56.9 g
Water:
1.07 g
Other:
2.5 g
Protein:
6.4 g
Fats:
7.8 g
Carbs:
80.7 g
Water:
3.3 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +327.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +38.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +41.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +208.4% |
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Protein
~6.4g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.331 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.134 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
16.438 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.27 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +234.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +402.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -76% |
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 | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 16.438g | 3.27g | 88% |
| Vitamin E | 7.23mg | 0.85mg | 43% |
| Fats | 33.36g | 7.8g | 39% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 3.91mg | 34% |
| Copper | 0.101mg | 0.297mg | 22% |
| Starch | 51.36g | 21% | |
| Manganese | 0.333mg | 0.764mg | 19% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.134g | 2.73g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 4.331g | 1.04g | 15% |
| Sodium | 514mg | 177mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 194mg | 127mg | 10% |
| Carbs | 56.9g | 80.7g | 8% |
| Selenium | 7.6µg | 3.9µg | 7% |
| Calories | 538kcal | 400kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.842mg | 1.99mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 138mg | 66mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 144mg | 355mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.078mg | 0.126mg | 4% |
| Folate | 8µg | 16µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 72mg | 80mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 6.3µg | 3.9µg | 2% |
| Choline | 12.1mg | 17.3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.167mg | 0.185mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.19mg | 0.23mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 4g | 3.8g | 1% |
| Protein | 6.17g | 6.4g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 52.9g | 76.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.27g | 45.36g | N/A |
| Zinc | 1.29mg | 1.24mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 4µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.047mg | 0.051mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.088g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.046mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.246mg | 0.231mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.235mg | 0.227mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.803mg | 0.641mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.185mg | 0.199mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.137mg | 0.112mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.322mg | 0.32mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.331mg | 0.303mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.2mg | 0.182mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.264g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 16.036g | 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
21%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 45.09g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caramel popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 337mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Caramel popcorn is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.291g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caramel popcorn is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Caramel popcorn is relatively richer in vitamins
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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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.