Corn grits vs. Cheese popcorn — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Corn grits and Cheese popcorn
- Corn grits has more Iron, while Cheese popcorn has more Phosphorus, Fiber, Manganese, Vitamin E, Magnesium, Zinc, and Vitamin B6.
- Corn grits covers your daily need of Iron 56% more than Cheese popcorn.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, plain, prepared (microwaved or boiling water added), without salt and Snacks, popcorn, cheese-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 IronIron | +199.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -74.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1416.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +76.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +866.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2133.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2478.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1355.1% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +15.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +15.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +145.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +38100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +78.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +786.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +739.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +488.5% |
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Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.58 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
15.95 g
Water:
81.22 g
Other:
0.76 g
Protein:
9.3 g
Fats:
33.2 g
Carbs:
51.6 g
Water:
2.5 g
Other:
3.4 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +3148.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +488.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +6675.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +223.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +347.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.076 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.081 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.191 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
6.41 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
9.7 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
15.37 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -98.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +11875.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +7947.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 74kcal | 526kcal |
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| Protein | 1.58g | 9.3g |
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| Fats | 0.49g | 33.2g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg |
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| Net carbs | 14.85g | 41.7g |
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| Carbs | 15.95g | 51.6g |
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| Cholesterol | 11mg |
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| Magnesium | 6mg | 91mg |
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| Calcium | 64mg | 113mg |
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| Potassium | 27mg | 261mg |
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| Iron | 6.71mg | 2.24mg |
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| Sugar | 0.1g | 0.79g |
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| Fiber | 1.1g | 9.9g |
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| Copper | 0mg | 0.14mg |
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| Zinc | 0.09mg | 2.01mg |
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| Starch | 15.39g |
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| Phosphorus | 14mg | 361mg |
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| Sodium | 227mg | 889mg |
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| Vitamin A | 140IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 8µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 3.82mg |
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| Manganese | 0.049mg | 0.713mg |
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| Selenium | 12µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.124mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.135mg | 0.241mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.672mg | 1.453mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.052mg | 0.461mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.028mg | 0.235mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.53µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0µg | 8.2µg |
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| Folate | 27µg | 11µg |
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| Choline | 2.6mg | 15.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.076g | 6.41g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.081g | 9.7g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.191g | 15.37g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0.094mg |
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| Threonine | 0.052mg | 0.417mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.058mg | 0.402mg |
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| Leucine | 0.228mg | 1.024mg |
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| Lysine | 0.031mg | 0.443mg |
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| Methionine | 0.029mg | 0.191mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.087mg | 0.405mg |
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| Valine | 0.077mg | 0.489mg |
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| Histidine | 0.048mg | 0.252mg |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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74%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn grits is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn grits is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.69g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn grits contains less Sodium (difference - 662mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Corn grits is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.334g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese popcorn is lower in glycemic index (difference - 80)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheese popcorn is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheese popcorn is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)