Corn grits vs. Corn chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between corn grits and corn chips?
- Corn grits is richer in iron, yet corn chips are richer in vitamin E, phosphorus, magnesium, manganese, fiber, copper, and zinc.
- Corn grits's daily need coverage for iron is 69% higher.
- Corn chips have a lower glycemic index than corn grits.
We used Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, plain, prepared (microwaved or boiling water added), without salt and Snacks, corn-based, extruded, chips, plain types in this comparison.
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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 | +459.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -55.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +115.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +433.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1333.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1285.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +579.6% |
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 | +204.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +73.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +98.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +237.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +72200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +265.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +496.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +365.4% |
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:
6.17 g
Fats:
33.36 g
Carbs:
56.9 g
Water:
1.07 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +7490.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +290.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +6708.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +256.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +228.9% |
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
4.331 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.134 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
16.438 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +11176.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +8506.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
15.39 g
Sucrose:
0.1 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
51.36 g
Sucrose:
0.27 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +233.7% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +170% |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.191g | 16.438g | 108% |
| Iron | 6.71mg | 1.2mg | 69% |
| Fats | 0.49g | 33.36g | 51% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 7.23mg | 48% |
| Phosphorus | 14mg | 194mg | 26% |
| Calories | 74kcal | 538kcal | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.081g | 9.134g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 0.076g | 4.331g | 19% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 72mg | 16% |
| Starch | 15.39g | 51.36g | 15% |
| Carbs | 15.95g | 56.9g | 14% |
| Selenium | 7.6µg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 227mg | 514mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 4g | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.049mg | 0.333mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.09mg | 1.29mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.028mg | 0.167mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0mg | 0.101mg | 11% |
| Protein | 1.58g | 6.17g | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.047mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 64mg | 138mg | 7% |
| Folate | 27µg | 8µg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 6.3µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.672mg | 0.842mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.135mg | 0.078mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.052mg | 0.19mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 27mg | 144mg | 3% |
| Choline | 2.6mg | 12.1mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 14.85g | 52.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0.27g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.088g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0.046mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.052mg | 0.246mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.058mg | 0.235mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.228mg | 0.803mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.031mg | 0.185mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.029mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.087mg | 0.322mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.077mg | 0.331mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.048mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.006g | 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 | 0g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 16.036g | N/A |
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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21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn grits is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn grits is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.17g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn grits contains less Sodium (difference - 287mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn grits is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.255g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Corn chips is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Corn chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Corn chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)