Corn chips vs. Corn grain — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Corn chips and Corn grain?
- Corn chips are higher in Vitamin E, yet Corn grain is higher in Vitamin B6, Vitamin B1, Copper, Iron, Vitamin B3, Selenium, and Fiber.
- Corn chips' daily need coverage for Vitamin E is 45% more.
- Corn chips have 15 times more Sodium than Corn grain. While Corn chips have 514mg of Sodium, Corn grain has only 35mg.
We used Snacks, corn-based, extruded, chips, plain and Corn grain, yellow types 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 CalciumCalcium | +1871.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +76.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +99.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +125.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +210.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +71.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +45.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +103.9% |
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 | +1375.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2000% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +210.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +719.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +157.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +330.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +123.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +272.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +137.5% |
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:
9.42 g
Fats:
4.74 g
Carbs:
74.26 g
Water:
10.37 g
Other:
1.21 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +603.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +106.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +52.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +30.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +869.2% |
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
0.667 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.251 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.163 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +630.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +660% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -84.6% |
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 |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 538kcal | 365kcal |
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| Protein | 6.17g | 9.42g |
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| Fats | 33.36g | 4.74g |
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| Net carbs | 52.9g | 66.96g |
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| Carbs | 56.9g | 74.26g |
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| Magnesium | 72mg | 127mg |
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| Calcium | 138mg | 7mg |
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| Potassium | 144mg | 287mg |
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| Iron | 1.2mg | 2.71mg |
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| Sugar | 0.27g | 0.64g |
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| Fiber | 4g | 7.3g |
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| Copper | 0.101mg | 0.314mg |
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| Zinc | 1.29mg | 2.21mg |
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| Starch | 51.36g |
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| Phosphorus | 194mg | 210mg |
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| Sodium | 514mg | 35mg |
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| Vitamin A | 69IU | 214IU |
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| Vitamin A | 3µg | 11µg |
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| Vitamin E | 7.23mg | 0.49mg |
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| Manganese | 0.333mg | 0.485mg |
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| Selenium | 7.6µg | 15.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.047mg | 0.385mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.078mg | 0.201mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.842mg | 3.627mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.19mg | 0.424mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.167mg | 0.622mg |
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| Vitamin K | 6.3µg | 0.3µg |
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| Folate | 8µg | 19µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.088g |
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| Choline | 12.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.331g | 0.667g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 9.134g | 1.251g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 16.438g | 2.163g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.046mg | 0.067mg |
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| Threonine | 0.246mg | 0.354mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.235mg | 0.337mg |
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| Leucine | 0.803mg | 1.155mg |
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| Lysine | 0.185mg | 0.265mg |
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| Methionine | 0.137mg | 0.197mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.322mg | 0.463mg |
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| Valine | 0.331mg | 0.477mg |
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| Histidine | 0.2mg | 0.287mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 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
21%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn grain contains less Sodium (difference - 479mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Corn grain is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.664g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Corn grain is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Corn grain is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.37g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Corn chips is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
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 ($)