Corn chips vs. Corn nuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Corn chips and Corn nuts
- Corn chips have more Calcium, however, Corn nuts have more Vitamin B1, Fiber, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Manganese, Iron, and Zinc.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B1 from Corn nuts is 25% higher.
- Corn nuts have 8 times less Calcium than Corn chips. Corn chips have 138mg of Calcium, while Corn nuts have 17mg.
- Corn nuts are lower in Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are Snacks, corn-based, extruded, chips, plain and Snacks, cornnuts, barbecue-flavor.
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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 | +711.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +51.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +98.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +41.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +34.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +45.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +45.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +46.2% |
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 KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +389.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +644.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +82.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +79% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +96.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +12% |
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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 g
Fats:
14.3 g
Carbs:
71.7 g
Water:
1.6 g
Other:
3.4 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +133.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +45.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +26% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +49.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +36% |
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
2.58 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.22 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +24.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +410.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -40.4% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 538kcal | 436kcal |
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| Protein | 6.17g | 9g |
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| Fats | 33.36g | 14.3g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 52.9g | 63.3g |
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| Carbs | 56.9g | 71.7g |
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| Magnesium | 72mg | 109mg |
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| Calcium | 138mg | 17mg |
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| Potassium | 144mg | 286mg |
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| Iron | 1.2mg | 1.7mg |
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| Sugar | 0.27g |
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| Fiber | 4g | 8.4g |
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| Copper | 0.101mg | 0.136mg |
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| Zinc | 1.29mg | 1.88mg |
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| Starch | 51.36g |
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| Phosphorus | 194mg | 283mg |
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| Sodium | 514mg | 600mg |
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| Vitamin A | 69IU | 338IU |
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| Vitamin A | 3µg | 17µg |
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| Vitamin E | 7.23mg |
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| Manganese | 0.333mg | 0.487mg |
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| Selenium | 7.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.047mg | 0.35mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.078mg | 0.142mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.842mg | 1.507mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.19mg | 0.374mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.167mg | 0.187mg |
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| Vitamin K | 6.3µg |
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| Folate | 8µg | 0µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.088g |
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| Choline | 12.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.331g | 2.58g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 9.134g | 7.36g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 16.438g | 3.22g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.046mg |
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| Threonine | 0.246mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.235mg |
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| Leucine | 0.803mg |
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| Lysine | 0.185mg |
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| Methionine | 0.137mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.322mg |
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| Valine | 0.331mg |
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| Histidine | 0.2mg |
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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%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn nuts is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.27g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Corn nuts is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.751g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Corn nuts is lower in glycemic index (difference - 2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Corn nuts is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn chips contains less Sodium (difference - 86mg)
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 vitamins?
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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.